Travel CVICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring 2 years of CVICU experience and active ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.

• Work in the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) of a hospital setting
• Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Weekend coverage required every other weekend
• Floating required to other units or campuses as needed, limited to units of demonstrated competency
• EPIC EMR experience of at least 1 year required

• Active SC or compact RN license required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Associate degree in Nursing required;
  Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• 1+ years of recent experience in the unit will be considered
• Minimum 1 year of experience with EPIC EMR required
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, central and PICC line care
• Experience with ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and respiratory failure care
• Experience with post cardiac surgery care, IABP, CVP monitoring, and cardiac drip titration
• Experience with CRRT/CVVHD and acute/chronic renal failure management
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience obtaining 12-lead EKG/ECG and cardiac monitoring
• Knowledge of infection prevention and isolation precautions/PPE

• Provide direct patient care to critically ill cardiovascular ICU patients
• Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive medications as needed
• Monitor and manage patients with hemodynamic instability and post-cardiac surgery needs
• Scrub color required: green scrubs
• Orientation held every Monday with annual compliance training required
• Pre-assignment testing and training modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials
• Travelers must be located more than 100 miles from every Prisma Health facility to be eligible, with select exceptions for certain specialties
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-765675. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.