Travel CVICU RN - $1,827 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in La Jolla, California.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a CVICU position requiring at least 2 years of CVICU experience and a CA RN license in hand.

• Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a community hospital setting
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Schedule runs Sunday through Saturday
• 1:2 patient ratio
• Required to work 4 weekend shifts within a 4-week cycle
• At least one holiday shift required, including the holiday weekend
• May float to like units or lower acuity units (excluding the ED) across the health system's 5 hospitals in the San Diego area
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active CA RN license required in hand at time of consideration (Temporary or Permanent, no EMSA)
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA certifications required, no pending certs)
• Preferred certifications: CRRT, LVAD, and TNCC
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU-specific experience, with recent CVICU experience within the last year
• At least 1.5 years of continuous specialty experience with matching patient ratios
• Minimum 1 year of total travel experience required, with 6+ months of continuous travel experience leading up to consideration
• Epic or combined Epic/Cerner EMR experience required within the last 6 months
• Community hospital experience required; teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial and central line management, blood product administration, and ventilator management
• Experience with cardiovascular procedures including IABP, TAVR, CABG, and Swan-Ganz monitoring preferred
• 1 supervisory-level professional reference required
• Maximum 7 days of requested RTO, with no additional RTO requests after consideration

• Provide critical care nursing to cardiovascular ICU patients, including pre/post cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterization care
• Manage patients on mechanical circulatory support devices and monitor for cardiac and hemodynamic complications
• Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive medications, including continuous IV sedation and paralytics
• Collaborate with the care team to manage ventilated and critically ill patients
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Local candidates within 100 miles of the facility are not eligible, except LVNs/LPNs
• Candidates who have been on assignment in San Diego for 9+ months are considered local and are not eligible
• Returning staff or travelers must wait 1 year after their last assignment before returning
• International travelers must have 1 year of recent or current U.S. work experience

American Traveler Job  #P-738736. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.