Travel CVICU RN - $2,146 per week

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

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 hiring an experienced CVICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring 2 years of CVICU experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a short-term acute care, Level III Trauma Center teaching hospital
• Patient ratios of 1:2-3
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Required to work every other weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within the hospital or sister campus depending on booking
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required, pending licenses not accepted
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line and PICC line care
• Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube assistance, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and titration of cardiac/vasoactive drips
• Experience with continuous IV sedation, paralytics, and emergency medications
• At least one supervisor reference required
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to cardiovascular patients, including post-cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterization/intervention care
• May include care of patients on ECMO, IABP, Impella, or with epicardial pacing wires depending on unit needs
• Scrub color requirement: royal blue and white
• Facility does not accept local candidates within a 50-mile radius of the main campus
• Must be gone for 1 year before returning as a traveler
• System allows a 2 contract limit for day shift and 3 contract limit for night shift, with a 6-month break required before reapplying as a traveler after reaching extension limits
• RTO is limited to a maximum of 4 days, with only 1 holiday approved for time off
• First-time travelers are not preferred but may be considered based on years of experience at manager's discretion
• Pre-start completion of non-billable training modules (4-10 hours) required

American Traveler Job ID #P-738462. 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.