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Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

Job in Hazard, Perry County, Kentucky, 41771, USA
Listing for: American Traveler
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-07-10
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Cardiology, ICU Nurse, RN Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position requiring 2+ years of CVICU experience, including fresh heart cases, on a rotating 36/48‑hour weekly schedule.

Requirements
  • Active KY RN license or a Compact RN license currently in hand — required, no exceptions
  • Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
  • Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required
  • Experience with fresh heart (post-cardiac surgery) patients required
  • Driver's license required, with address matching permanent residence
  • Two professional references required: at least one Charge Nurse or higher and one supervisor, both completed within the last year
  • Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
Responsibilities
  • Hospital‑based Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) setting
  • Patient ratio of 1:2
  • Experience with fresh heart (post‑cardiac surgery) patients is central to this role
  • Charting performed in Meditech EMR
  • Night shift hours: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM on a rotating 36/48 schedule (alternating 3×12 and 4×12 weeks, equaling 84 hours per two‑week period)
  • Candidate must be willing and able to commit to the rotating 36/48 schedule; inability to accept this schedule may result in cancellation
  • Up to 7 days of RTO may be considered; RTO must be declared upfront and no changes will be accepted after submission
  • Must work at least one major or one minor holiday per contract
  • Travelers who have worked at this health system for one year must take a minimum 6‑month break before being eligible to return
  • Travel pairs are accepted on a limited basis; paired travelers will not be placed on the same shift or unit
  • Middle name is required for consideration — confirmation of no middle name is acceptable if applicable
Benefits
  • High Pay and Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Weekly Payroll Deposit
  • Free Online CEUs
  • Generous Housing Allowance
  • Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
  • Non‑taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
  • Traveler Rewards and Discounts
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