Travel CVICU Registered Nurse - $2,146 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a CVICU position on night shift, requiring a NC or compact RN license and 1.5+ years of CVICU experience.

Details

• > work in the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) of a 355-bed Level 3 trauma hospital
• 8-bed unit caring for adult and geriatric patients
• Patient ratios of 2:1 with occasional 1:1
• Common diagnoses/treatments include CABG, TAVR, STEMI, and Carotids
• Uses Impella, IABP, and CRRT equipment
• Charts in Cerner EHR
• Night shift schedule from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• Every other weekend required, or as needed to meet facility demands
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required per scheduled rotation

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; CCRN preferred
• Minimum 1.5 years of nursing experience required
• Minimum 1 year of CVICU experience required (after orientation)
• Associate Degree in Nursing required
• Strong critical thinking skills required
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to adult and geriatric CVICU patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures
• Facility is part of a Duke Lifepoint hospital system offering specialized centers including Brain, Cancer, Heart, and Lung Centers
• Scrubs of any professional color are acceptable
• Candidates must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered for the travel rate
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any Lifepoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full time while on assignment
• Must be available to start orientation on one of the facility's designated 2026 start dates

American Traveler Job ID #P-712144. 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.