CVICU RN in New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- New Brunswick, NJ
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,403/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $66.75
- Weekly
- $2,403
- Yearly (full-time)
- $124,956
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $66.75/hour — 30% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Jersey ($51.20/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Jersey right now
- 337 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Jersey from 5 agencies, 22 of them in New Brunswick.
- Pay in these listings: $16.88 – $96.37/hour, median $63.54/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in New Jersey: $51.20/hour ($106,496/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($69.05/hour across 79 jobs).
Job description
This contract position offers a unique opportunity for experienced CVICU RNs to step into a specialized and fast-paced cardiac ICU setting. You will be responsible for managing post-op cardiac cases including CABG, MVR, AVR, and TAVR, along with supporting advanced procedures like Impella, IABP, and CRRT with PrisMax. The role involves hands-on management of complex cardiac patients during the night shift, providing critical care with a focus on monitoring, medication administration, and procedural support. The ideal candidate possesses at least two years of recent CVICU experience, especially with fresh post-op cases, and holds current licenses and certifications such as ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS. Expect a professional environment that values technical expertise and quick decision-making, all while enjoying the challenge of a highly specialized cardiac ICU.
Weather:
Around this time of year, the weather typically features mild temperatures with a pleasant mix of sunshine and light breezes. The climate tends to be comfortable, making outdoor activities enjoyable without the extremes of summer heat or winter chill.
Fun Things To Do:
- City Museum and Art Gallery Tour
- Stroll along the scenic waterfront and enjoy local cafes
- Day trip to historic Princeton University and its beautiful grounds
- Explore the nearby Raritan Bay for fishing and wildlife watching
- Visit the unique Thomas Edison National Historical Park for a glimpse into innovation
Job Specifics:
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Shift: Night, 12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30)
Duration: 13 weeks
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