Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,000 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Referral bonus

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses in Lafayette, IN is seeking a travel RN to work in the CVICU on a 13-week assignment beginning 10/05/2026. The role features 12-hour night shifts and a minimum of 36 hours per week, with travel benefits included.

This is a dedicated cardiovascular ICU position in a hospital setting. The ideal candidate holds an RN license with ACLS, NIH certification, and at least 3 years ICU/CVICU experience, plus 1 year ventilator/cardiac drip proficiency.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• ACLS certification required.
• NIH certification required.
• At least 3 years ICU/CVICU experience.
• At least 1 year ventilator/cardiac drip experience.
• Pass facility-specific cardiac rhythm knowledge exam with a score of 90% or higher.
• Preferred: cardiac ICU and/or step-down/progressive care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized patient care for cardiac and post-operative cardiac patients.
• Manage complex medical conditions in a CVICU setting.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality critical care.

Skills

ACLS

ICU/CVICU experience

Ventilator management

Cardiac rhythm knowledge

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular (ICU CVICU) registered nurse position is located on the second floor of a healthcare facility specializing in cardiac care. This role involves providing specialized patient care for cardiac and post-operative cardiac patients, managing complex medical conditions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The position supports the organization's commitment to delivering exceptional critical care.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) license, ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification, NIH (National Institutes of Health) certification, at least 3 years of ICU/CVICU experience, and at least 1 year of ventilator/cardiac drip experience. Candidate must pass facility-specific cardiac rhythm knowledge exam with a score of 90% or higher.
• Preferred Qualifications: Cardiac ICU and/or step down/progressive care experience.
• Float: Float: Float rotation may be required to ICU or other inpatient units as needed.
• Additional Information: Candidates should demonstrate a strong work ethic, punctuality, reliability, and outgoing personality. Scrub color for RNs is navy blue; for PCTs, royal blue. Unacceptable attire includes sweatshirts and T-shirts, and facial piercings must be removed or covered with flesh-colored accessories. Previous critical care experience and at least 2 years of progressive care experience are preferred.
• Position Duration: Start date 10/05/2026, end date 01/04/2027
• Number of Positions: 1 to 2

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 #1306167. 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