About this opportunity
Healthforce lists this Travel Registered Nurse CCU Job opportunity in city of utica, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Registered Nurse – Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) for a travel assignment in Utica, New York. Start date 11/09/2026 for a 13-week contract. Weekly pay ranges from $2,267 to $2,447 per week. Shift: Nights (12-hour shifts). This is a hospital‑based CTICU assignment with a 75-mile radius travel policy; locals within the radius may be considered at a reduced rate. The CTICU unit comprises 6 beds and cares for patients after cardiothoracic procedures and related diagnoses, with a focus on post‑operative cardiac care and cardiogenic instability.
Key Highlights
Weekly pay: $2,267–$2,447 per week
Assignment duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night, 12‑hour shifts
Start date: 11/09/2026
Unit: Cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) with 6 beds
Travel requirement: 75-mile radius rule; locals considered at reduced rate
Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to CTICU patients, including post‑cardiac surgery and those with cardiogenic shock or related CTICU diagnoses
Monitor hemodynamics, manage vasoactive medications, support ventilated patients, and respond to critical events
Administer medications and treatments per physician orders; ensure accurate documentation in EPIC
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to implement care plans, uphold ICU protocols, and ensure patient safety
Perform ongoing patient assessments, develop and update care plans, and communicate changes during shift handoffs
Maintain accurate charting, ensure regulatory compliance, and advocate for timely interventions
Requirements
2+ years of cardiothoracic ICU (CTICU) or equivalent critical care experience
Experience with fresh hearts is REQUIRED
ACLS, BLS, NIHSS REQUIRED
EPIC experience REQUIRED
Travel experience REQUIRED
Ability to work 12‑hour night shifts
Travel eligibility for a 75-mile radius assignment (locals may be eligible at a reduced rate)
Benefits and Support
Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
Credentialing coordination and EPIC onboarding assistance
Travel and payroll coordination to simplify the assignment process
Ongoing assignment support from the Healthforce team
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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