Local Contract CVICU Registered Nurse - $56 per hour

American Traveler is seeking a local contract nurse RN CVICU for a local contract nursing job in Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/28/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position at a Level II Trauma Center, requiring a VA or compact license and a minimum of 2 years of experience.

Details

• CVICU unit within a 431-bed short-term acute care hospital designated as a Level II Trauma Center
• Patient population includes CV surgery patients (TAVRs, CABGs directly from the OR), trauma patients, neurosurgery patients, and other complex surgical cases
• Diagnoses commonly encountered include acute ventilator needs, COVID+ with high O2 demand, DKA, severe sepsis, unstable GI bleed, open heart and TAVR recovery, post-code blue, multi-system organ failure, and patients requiring CRRT
• Patient ratio is 1:2–3, adjusted to skill level and acuity during float assignments
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:00
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• Block scheduling is not available
• Charting performed in Epic
• Local candidates are accepted

Requirements

• Active VA or compact RN license required
• Current ACLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• CVICU experience preferred; SICU experience considered
• Proficiency in dysrhythmia interpretation and management, arterial line management, and blood product administration required
• Experience with ventilated patients and hemodynamic monitoring expected

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include caring for post-operative cardiovascular and neurosurgical patients, managing complex surgical cases, and supporting open heart and TAVR recovery
• Travel pairs are welcome, though identical schedules cannot be guaranteed
• Scrub color: Navy blue
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Time off requests are granted at the manager's discretion
• All time off and scheduling requests should be submitted at the time of initial application
• 2 professional supervisor references from within the past 2 years are required for consideration
• A full 7-year work history with all gaps explained is required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-725485L. 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.