Travel Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse - $2,257 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU role in Phoenix, AZ. The assignment requires Level I trauma experience, strong IV skills, and an active AZ or compact RN license.

Responsibilities include caring for post-cardiac surgery and high-acuity cardiac patients in a 24-bed CVICU, with 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, and a 13-week duration. Nurses must be willing to float to other ICUs and Telemetry units, and complete orientation and competency

Qualifications

• Active AZ or compact RN license is required at time of consideration.
• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience with Level I trauma experience.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; CCRN preferred.
• Strong IV skills with no dedicated IV team.
• Ability to pass a dysrhythmia exam and SIMs Lab competency on first day.

Responsibilities

• Care for high-acuity CVICU patients in a 24-bed unit.
• Support bedside procedures such as bronchoscopy and swan placements.
• Float to other ICUs and Telemetry units as needed.
• Collaborate with intensivists, pharmacy, and respiratory therapy 24/7.
• Maintain sterile technique and complete orientation requirements.

Skills

ICU nursing

IV skills

BLS/ACLS certifications

Team collaboration

Education

Active AZ or compact RN license

CCR N preferred

2+ years ICU experience

Tools

None

Job description

Travel Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse - $2,257 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU role requiring Level I trauma experience, strong IV skills, and an active AZ or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Position located in a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) within an acute hospital setting
• Unit has 24 beds and cares for post-cardiac surgery, lung transplant, thoracic, and high-acuity cardiac patients
• Patient ratios are typically 1:1 or 1:2, with a high number of 1:1 assignments
• Use of advanced equipment including Impella, IABP, CRRT, ECMO, and telemetry (Phillips)
• Cerner EMR is used on the unit
• 12-hour night shifts (7pm-7am) with at least 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
• Required to work 2 out of 4 major holidays in rotation
• Floating required to other ICUs and all Telemetry units, and occasionally to the Westgate campus, where patient ratios are 4:1 on Tele
• Two days of floor-specific orientation, plus 12 hours general orientation
• Main responsibilities include managing highly acute CVICU patients recovering from complex procedures and supporting bedside procedures such as bronchoscopy and swan placements
• High-acuity environment with frequent exposure to transplant and advanced cardiac care patients
• Collaborate with a team including an in-house intensivist during the day and on-call at night, as well as pharmacy and respiratory therapy available 24/7
• Travelers are first to float before permanent staff as needed
• First day orientation includes skills verification in SIMs Lab with pass/fail requirements, and nurses must demonstrate competence in sterile technique
• Navy scrubs are required
• Return candidates must not have been employed at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity hospital within the last year

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license is required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience, Level I trauma experience required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; CCRN preferred
• Strong IV skills required as there is no dedicated IV team
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam and a pass/fail SIMs Lab competency for sterile technique (Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes) on first day of orientation
• Must comply with facility-specific dress code: natural hair color and no facial piercings, men must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Must provide two professional references, including one supervisor from the past 12 months and another supervisor or peer from the past 3 years with documented dates of employment
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-613842. 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.