Travel CVICU RN

Position: Travel CVICU RN - $2,503 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Olympia, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  12/01/2026
• 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:
  
  Dec 1, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced CVICU RN for a night shift position requiring a minimum of 2 years of CVICU experience and WA or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) of a short-term acute care hospital
• Unit runs an open heart program with 1-3 open heart patients per weekday, plus post-procedural cath lab patients (TAVR, Watchman, stenting) and general ICU patients (sepsis, respiratory failure, DKA, GIB, COVID)
• Unit has 21 beds/rooms with an average daily census of 18-19
• Uses specialized equipment including ventilators, Impella, IABP, internal thermoregulation devices, and temporary pacemakers
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts (19:00-7:30)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required between like units and between sister facilities within the health system
• No on-call requirements
• Epic EMR used

Requirements

• Active WA state or compact RN license required, must be in hand at submission
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS required; NIHSS preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Experience with IV therapy, arterial line, central line, and PICC line management
• Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube assistance, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with cardiac and vasoactive drip titration, IABP, and post cardiac surgery care
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and 12-lead EKG/ECG
• 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to post-surgical, post-procedural, and general ICU cardiac patients
• Floating expected between St. Peter and Centralia facilities as needed
• Refusal to float may result in termination of assignment
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 designated holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• RTO should be kept under 7 days and requested upfront during submission
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for a travel contract
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside outside a 50-mile radius
• Can only be submitted to one Providence Health System facility at a time
• Candidates with a pending license may be considered but quick starts are preferred

American Traveler Job  #P-782139. 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

About American Traveler

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.