Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $3,220 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Ann Arbor
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: CVICU - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/23/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Travel Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – CVICU / VAD (LVAD) Coordinator – Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Travel RN opportunity in Ann Arbor, Michigan (48109) for a VAD/LVAD Coordinator role within a CVICU specialty, supporting heart failure and LVAD/VAD patients. Ann Arbor (48109) is a vibrant college-town area with great dining, arts and culture, and easy access to parks and outdoor spaces. Job Details (Travel RN – Michigan Healthcare Job) - Location: Ann Arbor, MI 48109 (Michigan nursing job) - Start Date: 03/16/2026 - End Date: 06/15/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - Employment Type: Travel RN (On-Site) - Schedule: Days - Shift Times: 07:00–17:30 or 07:00–15:30 (varies by schedule/department needs) - Hours per Week: Typically 4x10s (40 hrs/week); may vary based on department needs (e.g., 36 hrs/week as a mix of 2x10s and 2x8s) - Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,870–$3,020 - Patient Population: Adults (heart failure / VAD / LVAD; unit detail: destination therapy mostly) Job Requirements (RN – CVICU / VAD Coordinator) - Experience: 3 years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience required (may screen candidates with 2 years); VAD/LVAD, CVICU, advanced cardiac, cardiothoracic, or heart failure experience strongly preferred - License: Active Michigan RN license in hand at time of submission (non-compact) - Certifications: BLS required; VAD-C preferred - Charting: Epic experience required - Skills: Strong clinical triage, independent judgment, and comfort managing urgent issues via phone/telehealth and patient portal messaging - References: Two manager/supervisor references required Responsibilities (VAD/LVAD Nursing, Telehealth Triage, Patient Education) - Serve as an expert resource for VAD/LVAD equipment, alarms, and troubleshooting across clinic and procedural areas - Provide comprehensive patient and caregiver education and staff training on VAD devices, emergency response, and safety protocols - Triage and manage routine and urgent patient needs via telehealth, emergency phone line, and patient portal messaging - Support clinic visits for destination therapy and LVAD/VAD patients - Perform device downloads, assess equipment integrity, and coordinate escalation to device manufacturers as needed - Support emergency patient management over the phone and guide appropriate next steps for evaluation and care - Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, timely, and patient-centered VAD care - Work primarily outpatient (approximately 80%) with periodic support in OR/procedural settings Apply now to join a healthcare team in Ann Arbor, MI and make an impact in heart failure and LVAD/VAD patient care. 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. GHR Healthcare Job ID 461787. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CVICU About GHR Healthcare 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.

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