Healthforce by TLC·Lodi, California
Core responsibilities include caring for critically ill cardiovascular patients requiring advanced post-operative management, involving hemodynamic monitoring, invasive line management, vasoactive support, and ventilator optimization. The role also requires coordination with surgeons, intensivists, and perfusionists, participation in rounds, and advocating for evidence-based practices.
Step into a pivotal CVICU Travel Nursing role in California’s scenic heartland.
As a Registered Nurse with a CVICU specialty, you will lead critical care for postoperative cardiac patients, collaborate with surgeons, perfusionists, and bedside teams, and bring clarity and calm to the most demanding shifts.
This assignment begins on 03/23/2026 and runs for weeks in the charming city of Lodi, where grape vines cluster along the river and the pace invites focus and precision.
You’ll impact lives from the bedside, guiding patients through complex recoveries, managing rapid changes in status, and mentoring teammates as you demonstrate clinical excellence.
The weekly compensation ranges from $2,169 to $2,370, with pathway opportunities for contract extensions and additional assignments across the network.
While guaranteed hours are listed as 0.0, you’ll enjoy a schedule crafted to align patient needs with your professional ambitions, offering autonomy within a supportive framework.
Location benefits extend beyond the hospital walls.
Lodi puts you at the doorstep of California’s renowned wine country, where vineyards unfold along tree-lined roads and sunset reveals new horizons after a demanding shift.
The region combines a welcoming community with convenient access to Sacramento, the Bay Area, and the Sierra foothills, offering weekend adventures, farmers markets, and culinary experiences that enrich your downtime.
If you ever crave variety, you’ll also have the opportunity to be stationed in different locations across the U.S., expanding your clinical repertoire while you connect with diverse patient populations and hospital cultures.
Each assignment in new locales offers unique patient stories, advanced CVICU protocols, and the chance to sharpen your leadership under different mentorship styles, all while maintaining the high standard of care you bring with you.
Role specifics and benefits come together to support your growth as a CVICU professional.
Your core responsibilities include managing postoperative cardiac surgery patients, continuous hemodynamic monitoring, arterial and venous line interpretation, vasoactive infusions, pacing support, ventilator management, and rapid response to evolving clinical events.
You’ll participate in daily rounds, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and communicate clearly with patients’ families to ease transitions and set realistic expectations.
The role is designed for ongoing professional development: access to continuing education credits, targeted skill-building, and opportunities to pursue advanced CVICU certifications through employer-supported programs.
Beyond clinical duties, the position emphasizes practical support that makes travel sustainable: comprehensive housing assistance to reduce relocation stress, a discretionary sign-on or completion bonus where applicable, and meaningful chances to extend your assignment smoothly if you and the facility are aligned.
A dedicated support team is available 24/7 to assist you as you travel with the company, from shift changes to emergency contingencies, ensuring you have expert backup whenever you need it.
Company values center on empowering staff, fostering career advancement, and sustaining a nurturing work environment.
The organization believes in recognizing your expertise, providing transparent pathways for growth, and cultivating teams that respect each member’s voice.
You’ll join colleagues who value high standards, collaboration, and compassion for patients alike.
Leadership engages in open communication, constructive feedback, and a shared commitment to well-being—both for patients and professionals.
The culture is built to celebrate achievements, support ongoing learning, and offer you a resilient framework for thriving through every assignment.
This is a place where your clinical leadership can flourish, your curiosity is welcomed, and your contributions are consistently acknowledged.
Apply now to join a company that values your expertise and is invested in your professional development.
This CVICU Travel Nurse opportunity in Lodi, California, opens the door to meaningful patient impact, expansive learning experiences, and a network that supports you at every mile of your journey.
If you’re drawn to challenging cases, want to broaden your CVICU scope, and seek a supportive environment that matches your ambition, this role is designed for you.
Begin your journey with us, bring your cardiovascular care leadership to life, and help shape recovery stories that matter.
hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. If you’re ready to explore this opportunity further, take the step to apply and discover the possibilities that await in CVICU nursing across California and beyond.
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About TLC Nursing Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.
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The role requires expertise as a Registered Nurse specializing in CVICU, comfort with high-acuity patient management, and precision in cardiovascular critical care. While specific years of experience are not strictly defined, the complexity implies at least a few years of relevant specialty experience.
Market context
California nursing roles often draw steady demand, especially for experienced RNs in procedural and critical care settings. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold a California RN license, current BLS and ACLS, and recent ICU, ER, or PACU experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certifications and highlight relevant bedside and procedural experience in your application.