Travel Registered Nurse CCU Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel nursing program

Assignment support

Guaranteed hours

Job summary

Healthforce Healthcare LLC is seeking a Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in a hospital setting. The role is a night shift (3x12s) with start on 11/04/2026 for 11 weeks, offering weekly pay between $2,077 and $2,141 and guaranteed 36 hours per week.

Expect float coverage across IMU, RMC, MST, and other units as needed, using Cerner EMR. Requirements include an active NJ or compact RN license, BLS/ACLS, at least 2 years ICU/MST experience, and strong critical thinking and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in New Jersey or compact license.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• 2+ years ICU and MST experience.
• Ability to float between IMU, RMC, MST units.
• Cerner EMR experience or familiarity.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork.
• Education appropriate for RN licensure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care for critical care patients in ICU/CCU settings.
• Manage complex care needs and provide timely interventions for deteriorating patients.
• Operate and troubleshoot critical care equipment (ventilators, monitors) and administer meds.
• Document findings in Cerner EMR and communicate changes to the team.
• Float to assigned units (IMU, RMC, MST) as needed.
• Participate in handoffs and adhere to unit protocols; respond to codes.
• Maintain infection control and patient safety throughout the shift.

Skills

RN license

BLS & ACLS

ICU/MST experience

Cerner EMR

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Float between units

Education

RN licensure requirements

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse, CCU/ICU float, travel assignment (night shift) in a hospital setting. Start date: 11/04/2026. Assignment length: 11 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,077–$2,141 per week. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: 3x12 nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM. This travel assignment uses Cerner electronic medical records and may involve floating to IMU, RMC, MST, and other units as needed. The program is part of a travel nursing rotation through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,077–$2,141 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
• Contract duration: 11 weeks
• Shift: Night shift, 3x12 (7:00 PM–7:30 AM)
• Start date: 11/04/2026
• Setting: Hospital-based CCU/ICU float pool with cross-unit coverage

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care for critical care patients, including monitoring vital signs, hemodynamics, and respiratory status
• Manage complex care needs in ICU/IMU settings and provide timely interventions for deteriorating patients
• Operate and troubleshoot critical care equipment (e.g., ventilators, monitors) and administer medications per physician orders
• Perform accurate assessments, document findings in the Cerner EMR, and communicate changes to the interdisciplinary team
• Float to assigned units (IMU, RMC, MST) as needed, while maintaining competency and patient safety
• Participate in handoffs, adhere to unit protocols, and respond to code events per policy
• Ensure infection control, patient safety, and ethical standards are maintained throughout the shift

Requirements

• Active RN license, New Jersey or compact license, required at time of submission
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• 2+ years of current ICU and MST experience
• Ability to float between units (IMU, RMC, MST) and adapt to different patient populations
• Cerner EMR experience or familiarity
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills
• Education appropriate for RN practice (as required for licensure)

Benefits and Support

• Guaranteed hours during the assignment
• Travel nursing program with defined contract duration
• Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the engagement
• Access to interview and onboarding coordination
• Clear path to discussion of compensation and schedule during the hiring process
• Compliance with licensure and state requirements for submission