Travel CVICU RN - $2,887 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 10/26/2026 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: Oct 26, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced CVICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring at least 2 years of cardiovascular ICU experience and an active IL RN license. Details Acute care setting in a 20-bed CVICU with all private, monitored rooms Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, or 2:1 depending on patient acuity Cares for post open heart surgical patients including CABG, valve repairs, dissections, AAA, vascular and carotid procedures Manages cardiac patients with STEMI, NSTEMI, cardiogenic shock, cardiomyopathy, severe heart failure, and TAVR procedures Provides care for ventilated patients and ICU overflow cases including COVID patients Utilizes specialty equipment including IABPs, Impellas, Swan Ganz catheters, ECMO, external and transvenous pacemakers, and CRRT Manages PICC, midline, CVC, Swan, and arterial lines (radial and femoral) Responsible for titrating multiple drips including dopamine, dobutamine, levophed, epinephrine, neo, vasopressin, cleviprex, propofol, fentanyl, versed, insulin, heparin, and esmolol Utilizes EPIC EMR system Uses Philips monitoring equipment and is expected to interpret telemetry strips 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a) Required to work every other weekend (Friday and Saturday for night shift) and every other holiday Floating required to all levels of care, expected to take a full patient team No call or standby requirements Charge nurses and house supervisors available 24/7 Respiratory therapists available 24/7 for ventilator, CPAP, BPAP, and high flow equipment support Requirements Active IL RN license (or application process initiated) required Current BLS (AHA) certification required ACLS certification preferred CCRN certification a plus Minimum 2 years of recent, solid CVICU experience required Must be able to work independently with minimal training on unit-specific equipment and patient population Strong skills in strip interpretation, clinical assessment, critical thinking, and time management Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, high-stress environment Experience managing multiple titratable drips required Additional Information Unit specializes in all cardiovascular ICU components except immediate post-op, VAD, and transplant care (training not provided for these) Receives multiple EP patients and frequently manages complex, multi-device cases Orientation includes 1 day of unit-specific training plus 2 days with a preceptor Scrubs are not provided; no specific color required but must be clean and appropriately fitted Scheduling priority is given to permanent staff; traveler schedule requests are accommodated when possible but not guaranteed Candidates with a permanent address within 50 miles of the facility qualify for the local pay rate COVID vaccination is not required for consideration First-time travelers may be considered if they meet the experience requirements American Traveler Job ID P-767344. 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.