RN Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) (with $7,500 Completion Bonus) bei ATC Healthcare Services

Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Travel Position

Location: Asheville, NC
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12s Nights
Pay: $2,023.20/week (plus $2,500 completion bonus per contract, up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Registered Nurse (RN) to join a healthcare facility in Asheville, NC on a 13-week travel assignment. The RN will provide advanced nursing care to critically ill patients recovering from cardiovascular surgeries and managing complex cardiac conditions. The ideal candidate has extensive CVICU or critical care experience, strong assessment skills, and a commitment to delivering safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized nursing care to patients in the CVICU, including those recovering from open-heart surgery, vascular procedures, and cardiac interventions.
• Monitor and manage hemodynamic status, ventilators, infusion pumps, chest tubes, and other advanced life-support equipment.
• Administer prescribed medications, fluids, and critical care treatments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Respond rapidly to changes in patient condition and emergencies such as code responses.
• Educate patients’ families about recovery expectations, treatment plans, and available resources.
• Maintain precise and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Adhere to infection control protocols, safety guidelines, and evidence-based cardiovascular critical care standards.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN license in North Carolina (or compact eligibility).
• Minimum 1–2 years of recent CVICU or critical care nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS); CCRN preferred.
• Strong assessment, communication, and decision-making skills in high-acuity environments.
• Compassionate and adaptable approach to patient care in critical situations.
• COVID-19 vaccine and recent tuberculosis test.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and personalized career support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.