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Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

Job in Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, 40598, USA
Listing for: American Traveler
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-09-24
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Cardiology, ICU Nurse, RN Nurse, Travel Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60 - 90 USD Hourly USD 60.00 90.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring 2 years of CVICU experience and KY or compact RN licensure.

Requirements
  • Active KY State or Compact RN license required
  • 2 years of CVICU experience required
  • Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required; CCRN preferred
  • ECMO experience preferred
  • Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, and central line care/management
  • Experience with ventilator management and care of ventilated patients
  • Experience managing continuous IV sedation and titrating cardiac drips
  • Experience with Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) preferred
  • Experience with Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring
  • Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response
  • At least one professional reference required for consideration
Responsibilities
  • CVICU unit within a hospital setting
  • 13-week assignment on night shift (3x12-hour shifts, 19:00-7:30)
  • Candidates will float within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital
  • Winter holiday coverage required for 3 of 5 holidays
  • Provide critical care nursing to cardiovascular ICU patients including hemodynamic monitoring and management of complex cardiac drips
  • Local candidates within 100 miles of the facility are not accepted
  • Former UK-affiliated staff must have a 6-month gap in employment before returning as a traveler
  • No licensure hits will be accepted for consideration
  • All requested time off must be disclosed prior to offer, as later requests will not be approved
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

Job : P-753423

Open Positions: 1

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