Travel Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse - $2,770 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary The organization is seeking a qualified ICU (Intensive Care Unit) Cardiovascular (CVICU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a position in a 20-bed acute care unit. The role involves caring for post-open heart surgical patients, including those with cardiac procedures, cardiovascular events, ventilated patients, and overflow cases such as COVID-19. The RN will be responsible for managing complex cardiac patients with advanced equipment and protocols. Job Details Certifications: BLS (AHA); ACLS preferred, CCRN a plus. Education Requirements: RN with a valid license to practice. Experience Requirements: At least 2 years of recent CVICU experience; 0 years minimum listed. Location Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the designated area. Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, working 36 hours per week, scheduled from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Additional Information: This unit manages patients with IABPs, Impellas, Swan Ganz, ECMO, External Pacemakers, and CRRT. The RN must be proficient in all cardiovascular ICU components, including titration of multiple drips, interpretation of monitor strips, and managing ventilated patients. The environment demands strong assessment skills, critical thinking, effective communication, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-stress setting. Submission Requirements: Candidates must be available to start on 08/31/2026, with an end date of 11/30/2026, and have the ability to float as required. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits Cross Country Job ID 1309279. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular About Cross Country Nurses You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time. Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus