Travel CVICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Sacramento, California.

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

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a high-acuity Cardiovascular Surgical ICU position requiring at least 2 years of CVICU experience and 1 completed travel assignment.

• Work in a 20-bed Cardiovascular Surgical Intensive Care Unit within an acute care hospital
• High acuity unit caring for pre and fresh post-op CABG patients (goal extubation within 6 hours), LVADs, Empallas, IABP, TAVRs, CRRT, and patients on critical drips with Swan monitoring
• Patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:2
• Uses Cerner EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, with days starting at 0545 and nights at 1745
• Every other weekend required
• Rotates holiday coverage with core staff
• First to float among staff, primarily to MSNICU (neuro experience preferred) and other Sacramento-area facilities
• Charge nurse generally does not take patients but provides break relief
• Nurse aides available as census and staffing dictate
• 24/7 in-house Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy support, with Hospitalist or Intensivist coverage
• Self-scheduling used, with schedules released 4 weeks out
• Floor-specific orientation includes 1-2 days with a preceptor

• Active CA RN license required (pending licenses not accepted)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 full years of CVICU experience required
• Must have completed at least 1 previous travel assignment
• Must be able to read and interpret EKG strips (telemetry)
• Experience with ventilators required
• Must pass a Dysrhythmia exam through UNA prior to contract signing (pass/fail, 2 attempts to score 80%, with screenshot of attempts required)
• Must pass a sterile technique test for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes on first day of orientation
• 2 professional references required: 1 supervisor reference within the last 12 months worked and 1 peer or supervisor reference within the last 3 years worked, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care in a very high-acuity CVICU, including CABG recovery, IABP, and CRRT management, with skill validation by core staff
• Travelers will not be assigned LVAD patients; IABP patients are not 1:1
• Must be proactive and confident in asking for help when needed, and must work all assigned cases without special accommodations
• Navy scrub color required, with undershirts in navy, white, or black; navy scrub jackets optional
• Report is given at the bedside
• Overtime and extra shifts are available, and travelers can view schedules and pick up shifts from home
• Mid-shift floating to another facility is rare but possible
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit-associated facility, including CHI and Dignity, within the past year; PRN employment through outside staffing firms will be considered
• Failure of the second attempt on the Dysrhythmia or sterile technique exams results in do-not-use status for 6 months with Common Spirit Sacramento region and Arizona facilities

American Traveler Job  #P-764925. 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.