American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/05/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) night shift position, requiring CVICU experience with fresh open heart cases and a NJ or compact RN license.
Responsibilities
- Work in the CVICU of a hospital setting
- Patient population includes fresh open hearts, ventilated patients, patients with chest tubes and lumbar drains, and those with chronic or acute renal failure
- Nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1:1 to 1:2
- Travelers will float to all ICUs, PACU, ED for ICU holding patients, and all IMC units as needed
- Night shift schedule with three 12-hour shifts per week (19:00-07:30)
- Every other weekend and 2 out of 3 major holidays required
- EMR system used is Epic
- Main responsibilities include managing critically ill cardiovascular patients and recovering fresh open heart surgery cases
- May assist with chest tube insertion/removal and various advanced cardiac devices
- First time travelers are welcome to apply
- Locals are accepted at the same rate
- RWJBH former employees must have been separated for at least 1 year before returning for a travel assignment
- Block scheduling is not available
Requirements
- Active NJ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of acute care experience required
- CVICU experience with fresh open heart patients (e.g., CABG, MVR, AVR, TAVR) required; SICU experience may be considered with initial CVICU training
- Must have experience with advanced devices including Impella, IABP, and CRRT (Prismaflex)
- Skills required include post-op open heart recovery, use of BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube management, 12-lead EKG, Swan, FloTrac, Temp Pacers, arterial lines, and ventilators
- Experience with Epic EMR preferred
Benefits
- 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-645239. 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 Traveler
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.
