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 Registered Nurse for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring 2+ years of cardiac ICU experience and Epic proficiency.

• Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) setting
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30, 36 hours per week
• Patient ratios approximately 1:1-2
• Up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule, Friday/Saturday for night shift
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS and ACLS certification required; NIHSS preferred
• 2 years of Cardiac ICU experience preferred
• Skills required:
  
  IV starts, telemetry, ventilator management, Swan-Ganz catheter, conscious sedation, intra-aortic balloon pump, PA lines
• Experience with arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and ETT/NT suctioning
• Cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia management skills required
• Experience with titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred

• Provide direct care for post-cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterization/intervention patients
• Support for TAVR, CABG, valve repair/replacement, and VAD patients
• Care for patients on ECMO and nurse-driven ECMO protocols where applicable
• Assist with CRRT/CVVHD for renal management as needed
• Two professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or Supervisor; charge RN acceptable as second reference; no coworker references accepted
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees of Ohio State University hospital locations are ineligible for travel assignment
• RTO must be requested and built into the contract at time of submission, limited to 7 days or less
• Locals accepted at the same pay rate
• Mandatory Ohio fingerprinting process must be completed promptly after contract signing
• First-time travelers may be considered depending on experience level

American Traveler Job  #P-746105. 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.