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, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

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

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring 2 years of cardiac ICU experience and Epic proficiency.

• Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a teaching hospital
• Patient ratios approximately 1:1-2
• Day (3x12, 7:00-19:30) or Night (3x12, 19:00-7:30) shifts available
• 36-hour weekly schedule with up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule period (Sat/Sun for day shift, Fri/Sat for night shift)
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity level

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS and ACLS certifications required, NIHSS preferred
• 2 years of cardiac ICU experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Skills required:
  
  IV starts, telemetry, ventilator management, Swan-Ganz/PA line monitoring, conscious sedation, balloon pumps
• Additional preferred skills include ECMO care, Impella, IABP management, and CVVHD/CRRT
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or supervisor; charge RN acceptable as second reference; coworker references not accepted

• Provide critical care nursing to cardiovascular ICU patients, including those recovering from cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterization/intervention
• Perform cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and emergency response as needed
• Manage complex cardiac drips, vasoactive medications, and post-op cardiac surgical care
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after being away from the facility for 6 months or more
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as travelers at any Ohio State University hospital location
• RTO must be submitted with initial application and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract, with in-state travel or mailed fingerprinting packet required depending on distance from Ohio
• Previous travel experience preferred but first-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-742675. 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.