Travel Nurse RN - CVICU

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Baltimore, Maryland.

• Specialty:
  CVICU
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular Surgical ICU position requiring recent open-heart ICU experience and an active MD or compact RN license.

• Work in a Cardiovascular Surgical ICU within a large hospital setting
• Care for patients recovering from cardiac surgery, cardiac transplantation, lung transplantation, and placement of ventricular assist devices
• Unit is 18 beds with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2
• Rotating shifts of 7A-7P, including both days and nights
• Assignments available for either 36 or 48 hours per week
• Primary responsibilities include caring for complex cardiovascular post-surgical and transplant patients
• Training and orientation offered on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month
• First-time travelers will be considered if all requirements are met
• Dress code is hospital scrubs
• Local candidates are accepted except for Howard County General, which requires candidates to live more than 60 miles away

• Active MD or compact RN license
• BLS certification required
• Current experience recovering post-operative cardiac surgery patients in a dedicated CV ICU
• Experience working in an open-heart unit with patients admitted directly from the OR using vents, CRRT, Swan, epicardial wires/pacemakers, titration of vasoactive drips, level 1 IABP, and ECMO
• Experience in facilities with 500+ bed count required
• ACLS, Critical Care Certification, trauma course, and Epic EMR experience preferred

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-661627. 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

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.