Travel CVPICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVPICU for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.

• Specialty:
  CVPICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/20/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for the Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU requiring 2+ years CVICU/post-op heart experience and an active OR RN license.

• Work in a 20-bed Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVPICU) at a Level I Pediatric Trauma teaching hospital
• Care for critically ill pediatric patients from birth to young adulthood, including cardiac, surgical, respiratory, hematology/oncology, and neurologic cases
• Perform bedside procedures including central line and arterial line placement, lumbar puncture, intubation/extubation, CRRT initiation/discontinuation, ECMO cannulation/decannulation, and emergent operative procedures
• Utilize specialized equipment including Hamilton G5 Ventilators, Direct Link ICP Monitors, Arctic Sun Targeted Temperature Management, and Baxter Prismaflex Machines
• Charting is done in Epic
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-07:00)
• Weekend requirement
• Floating within the hospital required, including to NICU and Pediatric Units
• No on-call requirements

• Active RN license (Standard, Compact, or OR license accepted for submission)
• BLS and PALS certifications required; NRP preferred
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience with post-op heart experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma experience preferred
• First-time travelers accepted with 3+ years of PICU experience
• Proof of COVID vaccination required with no exemptions accepted

• Provide bedside critical care to pediatric patients requiring the highest level of medical or post-surgical support
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including intensivists, respiratory therapists, pharmacologists, and child life specialists
• Must be available to work at least 2 of the 3 major winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day)
• No prints allowed on scrubs; scrubs provided for OR duties
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
• All time off requests must be submitted upfront and limited to no more than 2 weeks
• Former OHSU employees or previous travelers at OHSU must be separated for 6+ months before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-756457. 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
- Pediatric ICU
- Pediatric 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.