Travel CVICU Registered Nurse - $1,834 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Morgantown, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position requiring 2+ years of RN experience, hands-on cardiac surgery skills, and ACT experience for a 13-week night shift contract.

Details

• Work setting is a hospital-based CVICU
• Patient population includes post-cardiac surgery patients, including direct fresh open-heart admissions from the OR
• Patient ratio is 1:2, based on acuity; unit may occasionally accommodate step-down level overflow patients
• Schedule is three 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), including weekdays and weekends
• Blocked schedules are available
• Contract length is 13 weeks with possibility of extension
• EMR is Cerner (experience preferred)

Requirements

• Active WV or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• ACT (Activated Clotting Time) experience is required
• Experience required in direct fresh open-heart admissions from the OR, cardiac surgery, pressure monitoring, Swan-Ganz management, Impella monitoring, and CRRT
• Proficiency in arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, IV therapy, and blood product administration
• Experience with cardiac drip and vasoactive drip titration, continuous IV sedation, and ventilated patient care
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and management of multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• SSN, DOB, and a copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Minimum 2 Manager and/or Charge Nurse references from the past 2 years required

Additional Information

• Provide direct nursing care to cardiovascular ICU patients, including those admitted directly from the OR following open-heart surgery
• Responsibilities include Swan-Ganz and Impella monitoring, CRRT management, hemodynamic pressure monitoring, and ACT management
• Additional skills include care of ventilated patients, ABG interpretation, BiPAP/CPAP management, IABP, TAVR, valve repair/replacement, LVAD/RVAD, pre/post cardiac cath, and sheath removal
• Orientation is held every other Monday
• RTO requests must be submitted at the time of consideration
• Candidates must have a permanent address greater than 100 miles from the facility; candidates residing 75–100 miles away may be considered on a case-by-case basis at the same rate
• Former permanent employees of the Vandalia Health System (including associated facilities) must wait 2 years from their last permanent employment date before being eligible for a travel contract; current employees in any capacity are not eligible
• Candidates with previous probationary actions on their license will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Scrubs are not provided

American Traveler Job ID #P-732226. 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.