Travel Registered Nurse CCU Job

Travel assignment for a Registered Nurse in the CCU at a hospital in Pennington, NJ. Start date 08/24/2026 for an 8-week contract.

About the role

This float pool assignment involves a primary unit while maintaining flexibility to float to other units as needed within a hospital setting. The role requires strong critical care skills and the ability to adapt to varying patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care for critically ill adults in CCU/ICU, including monitoring hemodynamics and ventilator status; respond to clinical changes promptly
• Perform ongoing assessments, administer medications and therapies, manage lines and tubes, and support life-sustaining interventions as ordered
• Collaborate with physicians, bedside nurses, and ancillary teams; document care and patient status in Cerner EMR; ensure accurate and timely handoffs
• Recognize and respond to emergencies, implement BLS and ACLS protocols, and uphold patient safety and infection control standards
• Float to other units as needed; adjust priorities to ensure patient coverage and seamless transitions between units
• Adhere to unit guidelines, hospital policies, and evidence-based practice while maintaining professional communication and teamwork

Requirements

• Active RN license in New Jersey or a compact license accepted for submission
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH (per job notes)
• 2+ years of current ICU and MST experience
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Ability to work in a floating pool and cover multiple units as needed
• Flexible to work around holes in the schedule; no block scheduling or special accommodations

Pay

Weekly pay ranges from $1,986 to $2,125 with guaranteed hours of 36 per week.

Schedule

Night shift, three 12-hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

Benefits

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment
• Housing assistance options
• Extension opportunities on successful completion
• Nationwide assignments through the program