Travel Cardio Thoracic ICU RN
Listed on 2026-10-26
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Nursing
ICU Nurse, Cardiology, RN Nurse, Travel Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CTICU
- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Chesapeake, Virginia.
- Specialty:
CTICU
- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care - Discipline:
RN - Start Date:
11/16/2026 - Duration:
13 weeks - 48 hours per week
- Shift:
12 hours, days - Employment Type:
Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
- Hours:
48 hrs/wk - Start Date:
Nov 16, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is hiring a Cardiothoracic ICU RN with 2+ years of CVICU/CTICU experience and active VA or compact RN license for a 13-week assignment.
Details- Cardio Thoracic ICU setting using a universal bed model, including step-down patients
- Typical patient ratio of 1:1-2
- 3x12 or 4x12 Day shifts (7:00-19:30)
- Every other weekend required
- Floating and holiday coverage required within the contract, including Christmas Day
- Block scheduling cannot be accommodated
- Active VA or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration, no exceptions
- BLS and ACLS certification (American Heart Association only)
- NIHSS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of CVICU/CTICU experience required
- Proficiency in Epic required
- Skilled in arterial line, central line, and PICC line management
- Experience with blood product administration and IV starts
- Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, continuous IV sedation, and procedural sedation administration
- Strong neuro experience required, including post brain surgery care and EVD/ventriculostomy management
- Experience with Flo Trac/Vigileo monitoring and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
- Experience managing multi-system organ failure patients
- Experience with CABG, IABP, Impella, and pre/post cardiac cath/intervention care
- Experience with post cardiac surgery patients (direct from OR and non-direct)
- Experience with pulmonary artery line/Swan Ganz monitoring
- Experience with IV insulin protocols and CVVHD/CRRT
- Experience managing CVA/acute stroke patients
- Experience with BiPAP/CPAP, ventilator management, and HFNC
- Experience interpreting ABGs and suctioning (ETT, NT)
- Experience with infection prevention, isolation precautions, and PPE use
- Experience managing surgical wounds with drains/wound vac
- Two professional references required for consideration
- Provide critical care nursing for cardiothoracic ICU and step-down patients under a universal bed model
- Must pass a tele/EKG competency test with 80% or higher, covering rhythm interpretation and interval measurements, with no remediation available
- 3 hours of pre-start modules required
- No history of license or background hits will be accepted for consideration
- Cannot accommodate PAPR fit testing or history of fit test issues
- Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position
- RTO requests will be reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis
- First-time travelers are not preferred for this role
American Traveler Job #P-777134. 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
- Cardiothoracic 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.
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