Travel CVICU Registered Nurse - $2,077 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 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 CVICU position in Ohio, requiring cardiac ICU experience and proficiency with advanced hemodynamic monitoring skills.

Details

• Position is located in a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) within a hospital setting
• Patients are critically ill cardiac cases with estimated ratios of 1:1–2
• Required skills include IV insertion, telemetry, mechanical ventilation, Swan-Ganz catheters, conscious sedation, intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), and PA lines
• Epic EMR experience is required
• Schedule is nights, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week scheduling period; day shift weekends are Saturday/Sunday, night shift weekends are Friday/Saturday
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Floating within units of equivalent or lower acuity level is required

Requirements

• Active Ohio RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of cardiac ICU experience preferred
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• 2 professional references required: at least 1 must be from a Manager, Director, or formal leadership role (e.g., Supervisor); a Charge RN is acceptable as the second reference — co-worker references are not accepted

Additional Information

• Local candidates are accepted
• Former employees of this facility are eligible after being away for at least 6 months
• Requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of application and is limited to 7 days or fewer for the contract period
• Ohio state fingerprinting is required and must be initiated promptly after accepting an offer — candidates outside Ohio will need to travel to an in-state fingerprinting location or complete a mailed fingerprinting packet urgently upon receipt
• Multiple parking permit options are available for purchase on-site through the campus parking program

American Traveler Job ID #P-720111. 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.