Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,028 per week
Chicago, IL, 60290, USA
- $12 p/hour
- Healthcare
- travel nurse
- CVICU
- cardiovascular ICU
This position is for a Travel Nurse Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) in Chicago, IL, working 36 hours per week on night shifts for a 13-week assignment. The role involves caring for high-acuity post-operative patients including those with open heart surgeries, neuro cases, CRRT, and stroke, requiring previous ICU experience and Epic EMR proficiency. Benefits include high pay, bonuses, medical insurance from day one, housing allowance, and travel reimbursements, supported by American Traveler's 25+ years of expertise in travel nursing.
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity ICU position specializing in open heart, neuro, and CRRT cases with Epic experience required.
Responsibilities- Work in a 30-bed ICU caring for post-op CABG, neuro, and high-acuity medical-surgical patients
- Requires experience with open heart cases, neuro, CRRT, CABG, and stroke
- Night shift position from 19:30 to 07:00
- Schedule includes every other weekend and every other holiday
- Floating may be required if ICU has low census
- Unit uses Epic EMR and previous Epic experience is required
- Nurses care for fresh post-op CABG and stroke patients
- No requested time off approved for holidays
- If calling in sick on a weekend, makeup is required on the following weekend
- Dress code and scrub requirements not specified
- Active RN license
- Minimum 1 year of ICU experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications from American Heart Association or Red Cross
- NIHSS certification required
- Experience with CRRT and post-op open heart cases required
- Workplace Violence Prevention certification (DCI/BVP) required or must be completed before assignment
- 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 ID #P-599335. 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
About American TravelerWith 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.




