Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,260 per week

Nexus Medpro Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Lubbock, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel CVICU Registered Nurse - Lubbock, TX Up to $2,260/Week Days

Nexus MedPro Staffing is seeking an experienced Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel nursing assignment at a reputable acute care hospital in Lubbock, Texas.

Position Overview

The CVICU Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care to critically ill patients recovering from complex cardiovascular surgeries, neurological procedures, trauma, and other life-threatening conditions.

This position requires strong clinical experience in both Cardiovascular ICU and Neuro ICU, including management of post-cardiac surgery patients, mechanical ventilation, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac medication titration, and neurological assessment.

The ideal candidate is comfortable caring for patients following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair or replacement, and neurosurgical procedures. Nurses must be able to recognize changes in patient conditions, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Important: Candidates must demonstrate strong CVICU and Neuro ICU competencies, with skills checklist ratings of 3 or 4 in both specialties.

Assignment Details

Location: Lubbock, TX

Weekly Pay: Up to $2,260

Start Date: November 16, 2026

Duration: 13 weeks

Schedule: Days, 3 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM-7:00 PM)

Hours: 36 hours per week

Weekend Requirement: Approximately 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling period

Floating: Required to ICU, Telemetry, or Medical-Surgical units

Setting: Acute Care Hospital - CVICU / Neuro ICU

Additional Hours: 48-hour schedules may be approved

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of RN experience

CVICU and Neuro ICU experience required

Skills checklist ratings of 3 or 4 in cardiovascular and neurological critical care

Active Texas RN license or eligible compact RN license in hand at submission

Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications

Epic charting experience required

Experience managing post-cardiac surgery and neurosurgical patients

Proficiency with mechanical ventilation, chest tubes, arterial lines, and central venous lines

Experience with external ventricular drains (EVDs) and neurological monitoring

Ability to administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive medications

Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation and critical care assessment skills

Willingness to float between units as required

First-time travel nurses may be considered if they meet all clinical requirements.

Unit Highlights

16-bed Intensive Care Unit

Typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2

Level II Trauma hospital with 379 staffed beds

Adult patient population

Common patient populations include cardiovascular surgery, neurosurgery, general surgery, and trauma

Specialized equipment includes ECMO, Impella, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), and CRRT

Interdisciplinary support from respiratory therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, and rapid response teams

Navy blue scrubs required

Benefits

Benefits: 401(k), Dental Insurance, Paid time off, Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Referral Program.

Apply Today

Apply with Nexus MedPro Staffing to be considered for this CVICU travel nursing opportunity in Lubbock, Texas.

Nexus Medpro Staffing Job ID . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Nexus Medpro Staffing

Your career. Your goals. The right connection.

At Nexus MedPro Staffing, we believe finding your next healthcare opportunity should feel personal. We connect nursing, allied health, and other healthcare professionals with opportunities that align with their experience, career goals, lifestyle, and priorities.

Whether you're looking for a travel assignment, local contract, temporary opportunity, temp-to-hire position, or permanent role, our team is here to help you find the right fit.

At Nexus MedPro, you're more than a résumé or requisition number. We take the time to understand what matters to you-from your preferred location and schedule to your professional goals and the type of environment where you'll thrive.

From your first conversation through credentialing, onboarding, placement, and beyond, you can expect responsive communication, personalized recruiter support, and guidance every step of the way.

We value the different backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and perspectives that make healthcare stronger. We're committed to creating an inclusive experience where every healthcare professional feels welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Weekly pay
• Dental benefits
• Referral bonus
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan