Travel CVICU RN - $1,964 per week

ARMStaffing; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Onboarding

Clinical support

401k match

Recruiter matching

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

ARMStaffing is accepting applications for a CVICU travel RN in Columbia, SC. The nurse will work 3x12 hour days on a 13‑week contract, with coverage of mornings and every other weekend.

The ideal candidate has CVICU experience, current ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications, and an ADN with a BSN preferred. The role involves critical care, hemodynamic monitoring, and rapid response to emergencies.

Qualifications

• 2 years of CVICU experience.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certification.
• Associate degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with advanced cardiac life support protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to post‑sternotomy CVICU patients.
• Manage complex equipment such as ECMO, IABP, and CRRT.
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs and responses.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality outcomes.
• Document care findings per institutional protocols.

Skills

Critical care

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

ARMStaffing is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

CVICU Registered Nurse - 3x12 Hour Day ShiftSchedule

This is a 13-week contract position with 3x12 hour shifts from 07:00 to 19:30, covering every other weekend.

Job Description

The CVICU Registered Nurse will provide specialized care for patients following cardiac surgeries and related procedures. The ideal candidate will be skilled in managing critical care conditions and applying advanced nursing knowledge in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to post‑sternotomy patients.
• Manage complex medical equipment such as ECMO, IABP, and CRRT.
• Administer medications and monitor patients’ vital signs and responses.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Document patient care findings in compliance with institutional protocols.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• 2 years of experience in a CVICU setting.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certification.
• Associate degree in Nursing; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with advanced cardiac life support protocols.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In‑house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top‑50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

ARMStaffing Job ID #38124850. 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: RN:CVICU,07:00:00-19:00:00

About ARMStaffing

Allied Resources Medical Staffing (ARMStaffing) places the most qualified medical professionals in the industry, including: local and travel contract, temp‑to‑perm, per diem, and direct‑hire personnel.

As a leader in medical staffing, we cover every segment of the healthcare market and take pride in our ability to exceed our clients' expectations. We accomplish this through our total dedication to our clients and field associates, our over 15 years of experience, a strong and diverse poor of medical professionals, and the high level of loyalty of our internal staff.

We also make it a point to develop and maintain close relationships with staffing and office managers to ensure clear communication and proper placements based on the client's criteria. This allows us to tailor our services to best suit the staffing needs of our clients, while placing our employees in positions that match their abilities and preferences.

Our goal is to offer unparalleled service to our valued healthcare clients, regardless of facility size or location, and to maintain a top‑notch workforce of qualified, dedicated and medical professionals.

The Experts in Healthcare Recruiting

• Local and travel contracts
• Temp‑to‑perm employment
• Direct‑hire personnel
• Per Diem
• Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
• Long‑term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
• 24‑Hour customer service and on‑call support 365 days a year
• Full‑time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
• Long‑term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
• Medical Benefits
• Company‑matched 401K