Travel CCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CTICU
- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.

• Specialty:
  CTICU
  - Cardiothoracic Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardio-Thoracic ICU/CVICU position requiring 2+ years of CVICU experience and prior travel assignment history.

• Work in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) within a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:1
• Day shift (4x12 hours, ) or night shift (4x12 hours, ) schedules available
• Weekend shifts required unless otherwise posted
• Floating required within the hospital to other ICU units
• No floating to sister hospitals
• No on-call requirements
• Uses EPIC charting system

• Active WA RN license or compact license, or proof of pending license required
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Must complete Relias EKG telemetry compliance test
• Minimum 2 years of experience required, CVICU and open heart experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required, with at least 2 assignments beyond initial hospital preferred
• Experience with vents, IV starts, PA lines, and pacers required
• Proficiency with Swan-Ganz catheters and post-op cardiac care required
• Experience with Impella, IABP, and LVAD/RVAD required
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response
• Lung and heart transplant experience preferred
• Teaching and trauma hospital experience preferred

• Provide critical care nursing to cardiovascular and cardiothoracic ICU patients, including those with mechanical circulatory support devices
• Scrubs of any color permitted
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions
• RTO limited to 7 days in November/December, which may span one holiday, and must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• RTO cannot be requested during the first 2 weeks of the assignment
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Prior UW staff must have an 18-month separation before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-770117. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - 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.