Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,236 per week in Chesapeake, VA
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: January 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical
Care Location: Chesapeake, VA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,236 per
week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 1/26/2026 About the Position
TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified
ICU/Critical Care RN in Chesapeake, Virginia, 23320! Job Title:
Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Cardio Thoracic ICU
Duration: 13 weeks with possible extension Shift: Night Hours per
Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:30) Experience: Minimum 2 years in
CVICU/CTICU; travel experience preferred License: Valid nursing
license required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: -
Arterial line management - Blood product administration - Central
line care/management - PICC line management - Starting IVs -
Continuous IV sedation - Procedural sedation administration -
Titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips - Strong neuro experience
(post brain surgery, EVD/ventriculostomy) - FloTrac/Vigileo
monitoring - Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias -
Experience with multi-system organ failure - Post-cardiac surgery
care, including CABG - Intra-aortic balloon pump and Impella
management - Pulmonary artery line monitoring - Care of ventilated
patients and advanced airway management - Infection prevention and
isolation precautions - Care of surgical wounds with drains/wound
vac Description: We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse
specializing in Cardio Thoracic ICU. This position involves caring
for post-operative CABG adult patients, and cases of acute coronary
syndromes, NSTEMI, STEMI, and CHF. The unit operates with a
universal bed model, allowing ICU patients downgraded to step-down
to remain in the same unit until discharge. The daily
patient-to-nurse ratios are 1:1 on days and can be 2:1 on nights
and weekends. Candidates will be expected to float, work weekends,
and cover holidays within the contract. Candidates must possess
strong critical thinking skills and the ability to manage a complex
patient population effectively. Proficiency in electronic medical
records systems is required. Experience with specific equipment and
procedures is highly valued. This position emphasizes teamwork and
collaboration with interdisciplinary support teams. 5 Benefits of
Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and
patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is
transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the
healthcare profession. As a travel nurse, you'll work in various
healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient
populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This
broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability.
Connect with healthcare professionals nationwide, expanding your
professional network. These connections can open doors to new
career opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships
within the healthcare community. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with
pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment.
The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a
distinctive dimension to your career. Travel nursing exposes you to
various healthcare professionals, including industry leaders and
experts. Networking with these individuals can open doors to
mentorship and career advancement opportunities. Requirements
Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills
Checklist Specialty Exam 28997732EXPTEMP
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