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 seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring Epic experience and 2 years of cardiac ICU background.

• Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at a teaching hospital
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• 36 hours per week
• 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
• Estimated patient ratios of 1:1-2

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current 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, intra-aortic balloon pump management
• Experience with arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, and blood product administration
• Competency in care of post cardiac surgery patients, CABG, TAVR, valve repair/replacement, and VAD patients
• Skilled in titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required, with at least one from a Manager/Director or formal leadership role;
  Charge RN acceptable for second reference; no coworker references accepted

• Provide critical care nursing to complex cardiovascular surgical and cardiac intervention patients
• Manage patients with multisystem organ dysfunction and cardiac emergencies
• Experience with ECMO, Impella, and nurse-driven ECMO protocols is a plus
• Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process promptly after signing contract due to strict compliance timelines
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Former employees eligible for travel assignment after 6 months away from the facility
• Current employees of Ohio State University hospital system are ineligible for traveler positions
• RTO must be submitted and built into the contract, limited to 7 days or less

American Traveler Job  #P-770275. 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.