Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position at a Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC, requiring a minimum of 1 year of CVICU experience and hands-on circulatory support skills.

Details

• 22-bed CVICU in a 885-bed Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations
• Surgical and medical cardiac critical care unit treating post-CABG, valve replacement/repair, thoracic aortic aneurysms, and patients requiring Impella and IABP management
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:2; CNA support at 1:20
• 12-hour night shifts starting at 18:30, 36 hours per week
• EMR: Epic (experience preferred); equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, Philips monitors, and NxStage CRRT
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Floating required within other critical care departments, including PCU (1:3) and MS (1:4)
• No on-call or callback requirements

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; CCRN preferred
• Minimum 1 year of CVICU experience, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in post-cardiac assessment and management of circulatory support devices (IABP, Impella, LVAD, ECMO)
• Ability to titrate vasoactive and antiarrhythmic medications and interpret cardiac waveforms and hemodynamic monitoring
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum of 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply with qualifying CVICU experience
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Former permanent employees of any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered
• Orientation includes one week of facility-wide NEO followed by 2–3 days of departmental orientation
• Unit support includes 24/7 CNA, receptionist, charge nurse, phlebotomy (nurse draw), respiratory therapy, and intensivist coverage
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• Required scrub color: Royal Blue

American Traveler Job ID #P-719969. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.