Travel CVICU RN - $2,110 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a CVICU position requiring 2 years of cardiovascular ICU experience and GA or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in a 10-bed cardiovascular intensive care unit (CVICU) within a hospital setting
• Care for adult to geriatric patients with LVADs, balloon pumps, swan catheters, temporary pacemakers, femoral and venous sheaths, arterial lines, TR bands, and patients on CRRT
• Patients frequently include AAA repair post-op cases requiring extended flat positioning and close monitoring
• Nurses typically carry 2 patients with a dedicated free charge nurse on each shift
• Patient ratio of 1:1-2 with an average daily census of 7
• Unit has an intensivist present Monday-Friday with multidisciplinary rounds daily at 10am
• Titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips and manage sedation for intubated patients
• Uses Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR systems
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00am-7:00pm
• Every other weekend required unless otherwise specified
• Floating required within facility and scope of practice as needed
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license (GA or Compact) required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, LTAC, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Skills required include IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Respiratory skills required including ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and BiPAP/CPAP management
• Cardiovascular skills required including CVP monitoring, IABP management, sheath removal, and epicardial pacing wire care
• Experience with CRRT/CVVHD and management of acute/chronic renal failure required
• Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips and managing continuous IV sedation required
• Cardiac monitoring skills required including dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and 12-lead EKG acquisition
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position

Additional Information

• Provide direct bedside care to cardiovascular ICU patients including those post-cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterization/intervention
• Collaborate closely with intensivists and multidisciplinary care team during daily rounds
• Effective communication with physicians and care team is essential, particularly for post-AAA repair patients
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with all RTO finalized prior to submission
• RTO blackout dates apply during Spring Break (April 4th-12th)
• Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays falling within the assignment period (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year's Eve/Day)
• If one or two major holidays fall during the assignment, no holiday RTO can be requested
• If three major holidays fall during the assignment, one holiday RTO request may be considered
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Previous Piedmont employees (perm/per diem/FCSS) must be away from all Piedmont facilities for one full year before applying as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-738466. 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.