Travel CVICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a night shift RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring compact/OH RN license, Epic experience, and cardiac ICU skills.

• Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) setting in a teaching hospital
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM)
• 36 hours per week
• Weekdays with up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (Friday/Saturday for night shift)
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Estimated patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:2
• Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active OH or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
• 2 years of Cardiac ICU experience preferred
• Skills required:
  
  IV starts, telemetry, ventilator management, Swan-Ganz/PA line monitoring, conscious sedation, and intra-aortic balloon pump management
• Additional cardiovascular skills include CABG, TAVR, valve repair/replacement, LVAD/RVAD, and sheath removal care
• Experience with CRRT/CVVHD, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, and management of dysrhythmias
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• 2 professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or Supervisor;
  Charge RN acceptable as second reference; no coworker references accepted

• Provide direct care to cardiovascular ICU patients, including those recovering from cardiac surgery or cardiac catheterization
• Support nurse-driven protocols for ECMO and IABP management when applicable
• Participate in emergency response and interpretation/management of cardiac dysrhythmias
• Fingerprinting must be completed promptly after contract signing due to Ohio state requirements
• RTO must be submitted with the contract and limited to 7 days or less
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Former employees eligible to return as travelers after a 6-month separation from the facility
• Current employees of Ohio State University hospital system are ineligible for travel assignments
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred but not required

American Traveler Job  #P-733418. 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.