Travel CVICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Seattle, Washington.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  18 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 18 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Cardiovascular ICU RN for a Magnet-designated teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of CVICU experience and prior travel assignment history.

• Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a Magnet-designated teaching hospital
• Cardio-thoracic ICU patient population with 1:1 patient ratios
• Day shift ) or night shift ) 4x12 hour schedules available
• Weekend work required unless otherwise stated on posted schedule
• Floating required within the hospital to other ICU units, no floating to sister hospitals
• EPIC charting system used
• No on-call requirements

• Active WA RN license or compact license, pending license accepted
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required, open heart experience preferred
• Prior travel assignment experience required
• Hands-on experience with ventilator management, IV starts, and PA (Swan-Ganz) lines required
• Experience with Impella, IABP, and LVAD/RVAD devices
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and management required
• Experience with pacers and post-op cardiac care preferred
• Lung and heart transplant experience preferred
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions

• Provide critical care nursing to complex cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical patients
• Any scrub color accepted; scrubs provided for OR personnel
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays during assignment
• RTO limited to 7 days in November/December, spanning no more than 1 holiday
• RTO cannot be requested during the first 2 weeks of the assignment
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate as travelers
• Candidates with prior employment at this health system must have a minimum 18-month separation before returning as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-765351. 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 - 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.