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Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU
Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU
Assignment Overview
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Magnet Hospital
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Shift
Days, 3x12hrs
Hours
36 hrs/wk
Start Date
Oct 5, 2026
Length
13 weeks
Openings
2
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Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Registered Nurse for a CVICU position requiring a CA RN license and prior travel and CVICU experience.
Details
Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a hospital setting
Cares for post-cardiac surgery, ECMO, LVAD/RVAD, IABP, and TAVR patients among other complex cardiovascular cases
Patient ratio of 1:2
Uses Epic charting system
Schedule includes Sun-Sat rotation with option for Fri/Sat/Sun block schedule
Required to work 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week cycle and at least one holiday, including the holiday weekend
May be required to float to like or lower acuity units (excluding the ED) across a 5-hospital health system
Requirements
Active CA RN license in hand at time of consideration (Temp or Perm, no EMSA)
Current AHA certifications: BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS required; CRRT, LVAD, and TNCC preferred
Minimum 2 years of CVICU-specific experience, including experience within the last year
1.5+ years of continuous experience in specialty without breaks (except for floating)
Community hospital experience required; teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
Epic or combined Epic/Cerner experience required within the last 6 months of work history
Prior travel nursing experience required, including 1 year total travel experience and 6+ months of continuous travel experience leading up to consideration
Skilled in IV therapy, arterial and central line management, ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and titration of cardiac/vasoactive drips
Experience with hemodynamic monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and cardiac surgery recovery care
Valid certification copies required; no pending or expired certifications accepted
Additional Information
Provide direct care to critically ill cardiovascular patients including those on ECMO, LVAD, or IABP support
No first-time travelers considered for this position
Returning staff or travelers must wait 1 year after separation before reapplying
Maximum 7 days of requested time off (RTO); no additional RTO requests permitted after consideration
Candidates must reside outside a 100-mile radius of San Diego to qualify as non-local, except LVNs/LPNs
Candidates on assignment in San Diego for 9+ months or longer are considered local and ineligible
Interview availability required, including specific days/times and time zone
These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.
Pay
Overview
$1,998/wk
Assignment Total (13 Weeks)
$25,976
Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)
$103,904
Weekly Breakdown
Weekly Wages
$1,288/wk
Regular Hours
$25.00 x 24 hours/wk = $600
OT Hours
$57.33 x 12 hours/wk = $688
Weekly Stipends
$710/wk
Lodging
$33.44 x 7 days = $234
Meals & Incidentals
$68.00 x 7 days = $476
$1,998/wk
In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,798 - $1,998. The $1,998 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.
Facility
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Facility Information
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Setting
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EMR
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Teaching Facility
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Reproduction and distribution of these materials is prohibited without the expressed written authorization of American Traveler Staffing Professionals™.
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced Registered Nurse for a CVICU position requiring a CA RN license and prior travel and CVICU experience.
Details
Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a hospital setting
Cares for post-cardiac surgery, ECMO, LVAD/RVAD, IABP, and TAVR patients among other complex cardiovascular cases
Patient ratio of 1:2
Uses Epic charting system
Schedule includes Sun-Sat rotation with option for Fri/Sat/Sun block schedule
Required to work 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week cycle and at least one holiday, including the holiday weekend
May be required to float to like or lower acuity units (excluding the ED) across a 5-hospital health system
Requirements
Active CA RN license in hand at time of consideration (Temp or Perm, no EMSA)
Current AHA certifications: BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS required; CRRT, LVAD, and TNCC preferred
Minimum 2 years of CVICU-specific experience, including experience within the last year
1.5+ years of continuous experience in specialty without breaks (except for floating)
Community hospital experience required; teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
Epic or combined Epic/Cerner experience required within the last 6 months of work history
Prior travel nursing experience required, including 1 year total travel experience and 6+ months of continuous travel experience leading up to consideration
Skilled in IV therapy, arterial and central line management, ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and titration of cardiac/vasoactive drips
Experience with hemodynamic monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and cardiac surgery recovery care
Valid certification copies required; no pending or expired certifications accepted
Additional Information
Provide direct care to critically ill cardiovascular patients including those on ECMO, LVAD, or IABP support
No first-time travelers considered for this position
Returning staff or travelers must wait 1 year after separation before reapplying
Maximum 7 days of requested time off (RTO); no additional RTO requests permitted after consideration
Candidates must reside outside a 100-mile radius of San Diego to qualify as non-local, except LVNs/LPNs
Candidates on assignment in San Diego for 9+ months or longer are considered local and ineligible
Interview availability required, including specific days/times and time zone
These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.
Pay
Overview
$1,998/wk
Assignment Total (13 Weeks)
$25,976
Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)
$103,904
Weekly Breakdown
Weekly Wages
$1,288/wk
Regular Hours
$25.00 x 24 hours/wk = $600
OT Hours
$57.33 x 12 hours/wk = $688
Weekly Stipends
$710/wk
Lodging
$33.44 x 7 days = $234
Meals & Incidentals
$68.00 x 7 days = $476
$1,998/wk
In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $1,798 - $1,998. The $1,998 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.
Facility
Facility details are only available for registered travelers.
Facility Information
Facility address requires login
Bed Count
--
Setting
--
--
--
EMR
--
Teaching Facility
--
American Traveler Benefits
View All
Health
Day 1
Day 1
401k with match
Opt In
...and many more!
Why American Traveler?
Unmatched Support and Transparency
Your recruiter is your trusted partner, providing personalized guidance with full transparency.
Empowering Technology
Find jobs, self-apply, and manage your career with tools that put you in control.
Exceptional Pay and Benefits
Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits — designed with your success in mind.
Nationwide Opportunities and Proven Expertise
Explore 1,000s of opportunities with the support of our 25+ years of experience guiding your success.
Reproduction and distribution of these materials is prohibited without the expressed written authorization of American Traveler Staffing Professionals™.
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