Travel CVICU RN
Listed on 2026-10-13
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Nursing
Cardiology, ICU Nurse, RN Nurse, Travel Nurse
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Paramus, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements- 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 post open heart fresh case recovery experience with IABP and Impella skills.
Details- Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a hospital setting
- Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
- Preferred experience with Meditech charting system
- Floating required to ICU, IMC, and helping hands units as needed
- Travelers may also be required to float to the Ridgewood Observation Unit
- Active NJ or Compact RN license required
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required
- Experience with post open heart fresh case recovery required
- Experience with IABP and Impella required
- ECMO and CRRT experience strongly preferred
- Prior travel nursing experience required with no clinical or professional cancellations
- Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line and PICC line care
- Skilled in ventilator management, ABG interpretation, BiPAP/CPAP, and HFNC
- Experience with cardiac drip and vasoactive drip titration
- Experience with CVVHD/CRRT and IV insulin protocols
- Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and management
- Must pass a Basic Arrhythmia Exam with a minimum score of 80%, no retakes permitted
- Provide critical care nursing to post cardiac surgery, cardiac cath/intervention, and TAVR patients
- Care for patients requiring Swan Ganz monitoring, sheath removal, and hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun
- Administer continuous IV sedation and procedural sedation monitoring
- Must complete required pre-employment lab work within two business days of offer acceptance
- Orientation and annual training modules required per specialty
- Prior permanent employees of the facility are not eligible for this travel assignment
- Local candidates within 75 miles are accepted at a local rate
American Traveler Job #P-764037. 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.
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