Travel CVICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Knoxville, Tennessee.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU night shift position requiring ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications and prior travel experience.

• Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30)
• Patient ratio of 1:1 in CVICU and 1:2-3 in ICU
• Required to work 2 weekends per month or every other weekend
• Floating required in accordance with facility policy and clinical experience
• Cares for post cardiac surgery patients, including direct-from-OR cases
• Manages patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Utilizes IABP, Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring, and Impella devices
• Performs cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Manages arterial lines, central lines, and continuous IV sedation
• Titrates cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Cares for ventilated patients including BiPAP/CPAP management and ABG interpretation
• Performs ETT and NT suctioning

• Active TN or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of relevant nursing experience required
• Travel experience required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
• Charting system experience required (any EMR accepted)
• Certifications and licensure must not expire within 45 days of start date

• Provides direct patient care in a high-acuity cardiovascular ICU setting
• Must reside greater than 75 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rate
• Local candidates within 75 miles may be considered at a reduced rate
• Cannot return to same campus as previous permanent staff within 24 months; may return to a different Covenant Health campus after 12 months
• RTO requests are not accommodated during major holidays and surrounding holiday weeks
• Modules are completed during orientation and annually as part of onboarding

American Traveler Job  #P-764758. 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.