Travel CVICU Registered Nurse - $2,752 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Dayton, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a CVICU position requiring at least 1 year of dedicated CVICU experience and Level 1 Trauma background.

Details

• Work in the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) of a Level 1 Trauma hospital
• Unit typically runs 1:2 patient ratios in a 36-bed unit
• Care for post cardiac surgery patients (directly and not directly from the OR), pre/post cardiac cath/intervention, and Impella-supported patients
• Utilizes Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz and thermodilution PA catheter monitoring
• Requires Epic EMR experience
• Night shift schedule (4x12 hours, 19:00-7:30), with 36- or 48-hour shift options available
• Required to work every other weekend and holiday
• Floating required to other units or nearby Premier Health campuses (Main, South, or North Campus) at facility discretion

Requirements

• Active OH RN license or compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of dedicated CVICU staff experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience preferred
• Must pass an online EKG telemetry competency assessment prior to starting the assignment
• Must be able to read and interpret EKG strips
• Experience with A-lines, ventilators, drips, sheaths, dialysis, and drawing ABGs required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Travel experience preferred
• No previous license disciplinary action allowed

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to cardiovascular ICU patients including those with Impella devices, arterial lines, ventilators, and vasoactive/cardiac drips
• Manage patients with dysrhythmias, multisystem organ dysfunction, and post cardiac surgery needs
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Facility may cancel up to 2 shifts per 13-week contract due to low census
• Maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract, must be requested at time of submission with no changes after an offer is made
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Local candidates are not accepted; local radius is 50 miles
• Previous PERM/PRN staff or prior agency travelers not extended due to tenure must wait 6 months before reapplying and require facility rehire approval
• Lab work and EKG/Dysrhythmia exam must be completed within 72 hours of signing contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-733289. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

About American Traveler

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.