Travel ICU RN - Night Shift RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Towson, Maryland.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• 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: Sep 14, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a CVICU position requiring 2 years of CVICU experience and immediate post-op open heart surgery experience.
Details

• -bed CVICU unit with an average daily census of 3-5 patients
• 1:2 patient ratio
• 13-week assignment on night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-07:30)
• Common diagnoses include post-op cardiac surgery (CABG, MVR, AVR), cardiac surgery re-admissions/ICU bounce-backs, structural heart-TAVR, mitral clips, STEMI/NSTEMI, and cardiogenic shock
• First 6-hours post-op care involves management of 2 or more inotropic medications, hemodynamic instability, active cardiac output management, extreme coagulopathy, open chest, OHS/Impella, ECMO, CRRT, and IABP
• Perfusionist on-site for ECMO support and dialysis on-site for CRRT
• Uses Epic charting system
• Required to work every third weekend
• Holiday coverage required as scheduled
• Floating required to MSICU as needed
• On-call required for 24-32 hours per rotating 8-week schedule

Requirements

Active MD or Compact RN license required
Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and CPI required; NIHSS, OCN, and TNCC preferred
Minimum 2 years of CVICU experience required
Immediate post-op open heart surgery experience required
Required charting system experience with Epic
Skills required include arterial line management, central line care/management, blood product administration, ventilator management, and interpretation of ABGs
Cardiovascular skills required include CVP monitoring, care of post cardiac surgery patients, IABP, Impella, and pre/post cardiac cath/intervention management
Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips required
Experience with continuous IV sedation and emergency medications required
Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management required
Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
Previous charge nurse experience preferred
Additional Information

Provide critical care nursing to post-surgical cardiac patients including CABG, valve repair/replacement, and TAVR procedures
Manage complex cardiovascular support devices including ECMO, Impella, and IABP
Care for patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
Perform sheath removal and epicardial pacing wire care and management
Floating required with priority given to travelers, no scheduling restrictions can be guaranteed
First-time travelers will be considered provided they have CVICU experience
Must reside 50+ miles from the hospital to be eligible for travel contract unless otherwise specified
Returning travelers must have been away from the health system for at least 6 months since their last assignment
Former staff members must wait 12 months before returning as a travefr
Maximum RTO request of 7 days; requests exceeding 4 consecutive days require an additional week added to the back end of new contracts
One major holiday off during winter season may be permitted depending on unit needs
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.