Travel Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

Position: Travel Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse - $2,272 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Prescott, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position requiring advanced critical care skills and an active AZ or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 12-bed Cardiovascular ICU within an acute care hospital setting

• Patient population includes AMI, CAD, PVD, and fresh open heart surgery cases

• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:2 or 1:1 based on acuity

• Responsibilities include titration of multiple drips such as Dex, Propofol, Dopamine, Norepinephrine, Epinephrine, Levophed, Insulin, and Cardene

• Required experience with IABP, CRRT, and recent open-heart surgery patients;
Impella experience preferred

• Cerner EMR system is used; prior experience is preferred

• 12-hour day shifts with two weekend shifts per pay period

• Must float to ICU, PCU, MS, or Tele as needed across both campuses

• Call or standby may be required, up to 3 times per 12 weeks

• Navy blue scrubs are required

• Provide direct care for critically ill cardiovascular patients, including management of advanced drips and hemodynamic monitoring

• Work collaboratively with intensivists, charge nurses, and 24/7 respiratory therapy support

• No nurse aids are present on unit; RN provides all bedside care

• Holiday shift coverage is required as per hospital expectations

• Unit/department-specific orientation provided

• First to float among staff based on department skill needs

• Testing on sterile technique for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes is required during orientation

• Failure of dysrhythmia or sterile technique testing on the second attempt results in ineligibility for six months

• Travel duos must have separate vehicles and are not guaranteed the same schedule

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license in hand; pending licenses not accepted

• Minimum of 2 years recent CVICU or cardiovascular critical care experience

• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required

• Must successfully pass a dysrhythmia exam (80% or higher within two attempts) prior to contract signing

• Experience with ventilators, BiPap, Cpap, Vapotherm, and HiFlow required

• RNs are required to read their own strips

• Must not have been employed (full time, part time, or PRN) at any Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity facility in the past year

• Driver’s license required for consideration

• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility

• Two professional references, including one recent supervisor reference, required

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

American Traveler Job  #P. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.