Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,228 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Aurora, Colorado. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment | Aurora, CO (80045) CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment in Aurora, CO (80045). 13-week contract; 2 years CVICU/Cardiac ICU experience; ACLS & BLS required. Join a dynamic Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) team in Aurora, Colorado for a 13-week travel nurse assignment. As a CVICU RN / critical care nurse, you will provide advanced care to critically ill adults recovering from open-heart surgery, heart and lung transplants, and complex vascular procedures. This travel nursing job offers professional growth, hands-on cardiac ICU experience (ECMO, VAD), and access to Denver-area amenities and the Rocky Mountains. Job Details Location: Aurora, Colorado (80045) — Travel Nurse / Contract RN position Assignment Length: 13 weeks Start Date: March 30, 2026 End Date: June 29, 2026 Shifts: 3x12-hour rotating shifts (Days: 07:00–19:30, Nights: 19:00–07:30) Hours per Week: 36 Weekend Requirement: 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period Unit: 24-bed Cardiothoracic ICU / Cardiac ICU (Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit) Charting: Epic (Epic experience preferred) Scrub Color: Navy Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,040–$2,150/week Qualifications / Job Requirements Minimum 2 years recent CVICU / Cardiac ICU experience required (ECMO and VAD experience highly preferred) Active Colorado RN license or Compact RN license Certifications: AHA BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS preferred Experience with Epic electronic health record preferred Trauma Level II experience required Ability to float within scope to similar critical care units as needed Previous charge experience preferred First-time travel nurses accepted — travel nurse jobs in Colorado welcome Responsibilities Deliver expert critical care nursing to cardiovascular patients, including post-op open-heart surgery, heart and lung transplant patients, and complex vascular cases Manage advanced circulatory and respiratory support: VAD/Ventricular Assist Devices, ECMO, invasive hemodynamic monitoring Administer, titrate, and monitor cardiac and vasoactive infusions safely Interpret cardiac rhythms, respond to arrhythmias, and manage hemodynamic changes Provide bedside care, assessments, and timely, accurate documentation in Epic Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, perfusionists, transplant teams) to optimize patient outcomes Float to similar critical care units as needed to support hospital operations Participate in unit-based education, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice initiatives Why Aurora / Benefits of This Travel Nurse Job Aurora, CO: welcoming community with easy access to Denver, cultural attractions, and the Rocky Mountains Plenty of outdoor recreation—hiking, biking, parks—and diverse dining in the Denver metro area Opportunity to expand cardiac critical care skills (ECMO, VAD) and Epic charting experience Ideal for CVICU travel nurses seeking short-term contracts and professional growth Apply now for this CVICU travel nurse opportunity in Aurora, CO. Join our healthcare team today—submit your resume and licensure documentation to be considered for this Cardiac ICU RN role. Questions? Contact our recruiter for more details about this travel nursing job in Colorado. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Planet Healthcare Job ID 465053. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CVICU About GHR Healthcare - PH Division For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a

Created: 2026-03-06