Travel Nurse RN - CVICU

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Overland Park, Kansas.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/28/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU CV) nurses are needed at a medical facility specializing in cardiovascular critical care. The role involves providing specialized nursing care to patients undergoing or recovering from open heart procedures, ECMO cannulation, and other advanced interventions. The position offers a guaranteed 48 hours per week, with shifts scheduled during daytime hours.

• Schedule:
  
  12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 09/28/2026 and ending on 12/28/2026.
• Required Qualifications:
  
  Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications; 2 years of experience in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) cardiovascular nursing; professional proficiency in telemetry, pressor administration, positive inotropes, pacemaker management, chest tubes, cath/EP lab recovery, and pericardial drains.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  Charge nurse experience for night shifts, experience with open heart procedures, ECMO cannulation.
• Additional Information:
  Candidates should be familiar with the use of advanced equipment such as Alaris intravenous pumps, GE bedside monitors, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), and Impella devices. The unit is known for maintaining high standards of quality care and patient experience, with a focus on staff expertise and advanced technology.

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Cross Country Job . 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:
Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines.

Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.