Travel CVICU Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Omaha, Nebraska.

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring a minimum of 1 year of CVICU experience and active NE or Compact RN licensure.

• 18-bed CVICU within an acute care, Level I Trauma Center
• Patient population includes open heart, complex thoracic, and vascular surgery patients, as well as complex cases from the cath lab, structural heart program, EP lab, ER, and clinic
• Patients supported by Impella, IABP, CRRT, and ECMO; common and advanced cardiac surgeries including lytic cases, carotids, TCAVRs, Fempop, EVARs/Endo AAAs
• 1:1 nurse-to-patient ratio
• RNs are required to titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• RNs are responsible for reading and interpreting their own cardiac monitor strips (no telemetry/monitor techs on unit)
• RNs work with all RT equipment including vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow
• Charting is done in Epic
• 12-hour shifts; day (0630–1830) and night (1830–0630) shifts available
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required every other holiday or as needed based on unit needs
• Floating required to all inpatient units, excluding Maternity/NICU
• No on-call or standby requirement
• No CNAs on the unit; charge nurse is present each shift and takes an assignment
• Intensivist and hospitalist are in-house 24/7

• Active NE state or Compact (NLC) RN license required; pending licenses are not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required; at least 1 year must be with this specific CVICU patient population
• Active certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS; pending certifications are not accepted
• Experience with titratable drips (vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, antiarrhythmics) required
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac monitor strips independently required
• Experience with ECMO, IABP, CRRT, and Impella preferred given patient population
• Epic EMR experience beneficial
• Candidate must reside at least 50 miles from the facility (driver's license used to verify permanent address)
• Candidates may not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• Unit-specific orientation consists of 2 shifts
• RNs must pass an open-book skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%; failure to pass results in contract termination
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to comply will result in contract termination
• Candidates who were previously employed directly (full time, part time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit-affiliated facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates who worked PRN through an outside staffing firm will be considered
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront and are limited to 7 or fewer days per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved

American Traveler Job  #P-681165. 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.