Travel CVICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/07/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced CVICU RN for a Level I Trauma teaching hospital requiring 2+ years of ICU experience and NM or compact RN licensure.

• Night shift position, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30), in the Cardiovascular ICU
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Patient population includes CABG, aortic aneurysm repair, fem-pop bypass, pulmonary embolism, cardiac arrest, endovascular repair, heart failure, MODS, and sepsis
• Performs or assists with post-op open heart care, bedside trach/PEG, bedside surgical procedures, CRRT, ECMO, IABP, Impella, Swan-Ganz catheters, arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, foley insertion, and NG tube placement
• Utilizes equipment including CRRT, Hemosphere, bladder scanner, Cortrak, ultrasound, Phillips monitors, Impella, IABP, ECMO, ZOLL, dopplers, Glidescope, pupilometer, Blanketrol, Arctic Sun, Belmont, and Bair Hugger
• Cerner charting system used, experience preferred
• Weekend shifts required as needed
• No on-call requirements
• May float to other ICUs, PCU floors, ED (for admitted patients), and PACU (for admitted patients)
• 36 or 48 contracted hours per week, with facility allowed up to 3 call-offs over the 13-week assignment
• Block scheduling not guaranteed

• Active RN license (NM or Compact) required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS and TNCC preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
• CVICU experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level II experience required;
  Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Cerner charting experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, and central/PICC line care
• Experience managing ventilated patients, ABG interpretation, and suctioning required
• Experience with CABG, ECMO, IABP, Impella, and post cardiac surgery care required
• Pending license accepted

• Provide critical care nursing to post-surgical and critically ill cardiovascular patients in a Level I Trauma, teaching, children's hospital setting
• 554 staffed beds facility
• Black scrubs required
• No holiday RTO for December starts; must work Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day for holiday pay
• RTO requests greater than 7 days require approval
• First-time travelers are accepted
• No local candidates within 100-mile radius
• COVID vaccine optional, but facility requires reporting of vaccination status or declination
• No parking fees

American Traveler Job  #P-777983. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.