Travel CVICU RN - $3,578 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Baltimore, Maryland. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/16/2026 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: Nov 16, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an RN for a CVICU position requiring 2 years of CVICU experience with IABP and Impella skills, open to first-time travelers with strong specialty experience. Details Work in a 15-bed Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit treating adults and geriatric patients Average daily census of 10 with patient ratios of 1:1 up to 3 for stable, lower acuity patients Common diagnoses include cardiogenic shock, cardiac arrest, heart failure, arrhythmias, MI, pulmonary hypertension, and advanced therapy workups such as LVAD and heart transplant Special procedures include bedside central/A-line insertion, bronchoscopy, chest tube insertion, Swan/PA catheter insertion, targeted temperature management, and CRRT Utilizes specialized equipment including Impella, VAD, IABP, CRRT, ventilators, cooling devices, and CCO monitors Epic EMR experience required Rotating night/day shifts available in 3x12 or 4x12 schedules (19:00-07:30 or 07:00-19:30) Every other weekend required Holiday coverage required as scheduled Floating required within specialty and occasionally to ICU and lower acuity units No scheduled on-call shifts required Requirements Active RN license (MD state or Compact) required BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA only) CPI certification required CCRN and NIHSS certifications preferred Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required Strong IABP and Impella experience required Epic charting system experience required Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred Previous charge nurse experience preferred Skilled in arterial line management, central line care, blood product administration, and IV therapy Experience with CRRT/CVVHD, ventilator management, and interpretation of ABGs and dysrhythmias Additional Information Provide direct bedside care for critically ill cardiovascular patients, including those on mechanical circulatory support Manage patients with cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure, and post cardiac surgery needs Navy blue scrubs required First-time travelers will be considered if they have strong CVICU skill and experience Candidates living under 50 miles from the facility are not accepted unless locals are specifically permitted Former staff must be separated from the health system for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler Returning travelers must have at least 6 months away from the system after completing an assignment Maximum of 7 days RTO can be requested, with additional week required on the back end for requests of more than 4 consecutive days One major holiday off during the winter season may be permitted depending on unit American Traveler Job ID P-772757. 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 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.