Travel CVICU Registered Nurse

Job Description & Requirements

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/20/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Apr 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position at a Level I Trauma, Teaching hospital in New Mexico, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and proficiency with advanced cardiac equipment including ECMO, IABP, and Impella.

• Work in a 554-bed Level I Trauma, Teaching, acute care facility's CVICU
• Patient population includes post-op open heart surgery, CABG, aortic aneurysm/dissection repair, Fem Pop bypass, pulmonary embolism, cardiac arrest, endovascular repair, heart failure, MODS, and sepsis
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2
• Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• Weekends required on an as-needed basis
• No on-call requirements
• May float to other ICUs, PCU floors, ED (for admitted patients), and PACU (for admitted patients)
• Charting via Cerner
• Free parking available on site

• Active NM or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS and ACLS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Proficiency with advanced cardiac equipment: CRRT, ECMO, IABP, Impella, Swan-Ganz catheters, and arterial lines
• Experience with bedside procedures including tracheostomy/PEG care, chest tubes, Foley insertion, and NG tubes
• Experience with CVCs and post-op open heart patient care required
• COVID vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions accepted with a completed exemption form signed by a provider
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible

• Care for complex cardiovascular and surgical patients including post-op open heart cases and hemodynamically unstable patients requiring advanced monitoring and intervention
• Equipment used includes CRRT, Hemosphere, Bladder scanner, Cortrak, ultrasound, Philips monitors, Impella, IABP, ECMO, ZOLL, Dopplers, Glidescope, Pupilometer, Blanketrol, Arctic Sun, Belmont, and Bair Hugger
• Black scrubs required
• First‑time travelers are welcome to apply
• RTO requests exceeding 7 days require facility approval ; all time‑off requests should be disclosed upfront
• Travelers who have worked 4 consecutive assignments or reached one – mark At .. ??
• Pending NM/Compact RN license accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-681656. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU

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.