Travel CVICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position requiring open heart experience and a WA or compact RN license.

• Acute care CVICU unit within an 82-bed critical care division (48 ICU, 34 PCU beds) spread across three floors
• Patient ratios are 1:1 or 1:2 in ICU and 1:3 in PCU
• Cares for all critical care diagnoses, including patients on all ICU-level drips and ventilators
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Night shift schedule (7p-7a) with every other weekend required
• Primarily assigned to CVICU with floating to ICU/PCU and potential floating across Region Two facilities (St. Clare Hospital – Lakewood, St. Elizabeth Hospital – Enumclaw, and St Joseph Medical Center – Tacoma)
• Floating is limited to critical care units
• Charge nurse present on each floor along with two nurse aides per floor
• Tele/monitor techs available only in PCU
• Dayshift hospitalist/intensivist on site with virtual ICU coverage available at night
• 24/7 IV team, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy support available
• Minimum of two shifts required for floor-specific orientation

• Active WA state or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
• Open heart surgery experience required
• BSN not required for this position
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility

• Deliver critical care nursing services to a diverse CVICU patient population, including open heart surgery cases
• Holiday coverage required
• No specific scrub color requirements
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-776186. 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.