American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in La Jolla, California.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced CVICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring CA licensure, prior travel experience, and recent CVICU specialty experience. Details Work in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) of a hospital setting Patient ratio of 1:2 Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30) Required to work 4 weekend shifts in a 4-week cycle and at least one holiday, including the holiday weekend May be required to float down and across a 5-hospital organization to like units or lower acuity units (excluding the ED) ICU staff required to float at or below skillset, occasionally to other campuses/locations Uses Epic EMR system Requirements Active CA RN license in hand at time of consideration (Temp or Perm, no EMSA) Current BLS and ACLS certification (AHA) and NIHSS certification required CRRT, LVAD, and TNCC certifications preferred Minimum 2 years of CVICU-specific experience, with experience in a CVICU within the last year 1.5 years of continuous experience in specialty required, with no breaks in unit experience unless floating or demonstrating equivalent ratio experience Travel experience required, with 1 year total travel experience and 6 months of continuous travel experience leading up to consideration Epic or combined Epic/Cerner experience required within the last 6 months Community hospital experience required Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred Skilled in IV therapy, arterial and central line management, blood product administration, and PICC line management Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and suctioning Experience with post cardiac surgery care, IABP, Impella, TAVR, and valve repair/replacement Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips and managing continuous IV sedation 1 supervisory-level professional reference required Valid copies of all required certifications required for consideration, with no pending or expired certifications accepted Additional Information Provide critical care nursing for cardiovascular ICU patients, including those recovering from cardiac surgery or cardiac interventions Must not reside within 100 miles of the facility, and candidates on assignment in San Diego for 9 months are considered local and ineligible No first-time travelers considered for this position Returning staff or travelers must wait 1 year after departure before returning Extensions are capped at 1 year, followed by a required 1-year break before returning International travelers must have 1 year of recent/current U.S. work experience Maximum 7 days of RTO allowed, with no additional requests after consideration Interview availability for same day and next 3 business days preferred, including time zone American Traveler Job ID P-772777. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.