Travel Cardiovascular ICU RN - $2,753 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/14/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 14, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Cardiovascular ICU RN with mechanical circulatory support experience for a night shift assignment requiring an active MA RN license.

Details

• Work in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) supporting cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, cardiac medicine, and advanced heart failure patients
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
• Required to work every other weekend and holiday
• Floating required to other adult ICUs as needed
• Scheduling based on unit needs with no block schedules or special accommodations
• Must be available to work all 7 days of the week
• Uses Epic EMR

Requirements

• Active MA RN license required (conditional license accepted while pursuing permanent licensure)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum 2.5 years of ICU experience required
• Cardiovascular ICU experience required
• Experience with mechanical circulatory support required (IABP, Impella, ECMO, durable VAD)
• Must pass a pass/fail tele test at orientation with only one attempt allowed
• Two professional references required for consideration, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to patients with complex cardiovascular and mechanical circulatory support needs, including IABP, Impella, ECMO, and VAD devices
• Care for patients post cardiac surgery, valve repair/replacement, and pre/post cardiac catheterization
• Manage arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, and high-acuity medication drips including vasoactive and cardiac drips
• Support patients with multisystem organ dysfunction and advanced heart failure
• Minimal RTO needed, with a desired length of 3-5 days
• Contract lengths of 13, 20, or 26 weeks accepted
• Local candidates accepted within a 200-mile radius at the same bill rate
• Candidates must have a 12-month separation from the health system if previously employed there
• Candidates with prior actions on their nursing license cannot be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-750169. 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

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.