American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/08/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 8, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a CVICU position requiring an active NY RN license and advanced cardiac device management skills. Details Night shift, 4x12 hours (7p-7a), 13-week contract Every other weekend required Must be available to work every other holiday, if needed 16-bed CVICU with patient ratios of 1:2, Impella nurse ratio 1:2 with occasional 1:1 based on acuity Patient population includes sepsis, ARDS, renal failure, heart failure, pre-VAD workups, alcohol withdrawal, overdose, multi-organ failure, post cardiac arrest/targeted temperature management, respiratory failure/shock, CRRT, EKOS, IABP, and ECMO Epic charting system required Floating required within skillset Requirements Active New York Single State RN license required in hand (NY is not compact) Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Minimum 1 year of CVICU experience required Epic charting experience required Skilled in arterial line, central line, and PICC line management Experience with blood product administration and IV therapy Proficient in ventilator management, HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP support, and ABG interpretation Experience assisting with chest tube insertion/removal and care of ventilated patients Skilled in continuous IV sedation and paralytics, emergency medications, and procedural sedation administration/monitoring Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips Experience with CABG, Impella, IABP, and LVAD/RVAD patient care Skilled in Swan-Ganz monitoring and CVVHD/CRRT Proficient in dysrhythmia interpretation and management and 12-lead EKG acquisition Experience managing patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure Knowledge of infection prevention and isolation precautions/PPE use Additional Information Provide expert critical care to cardiac surgery patients, including heart transplant and advanced cardiac device management (ECMO, LVAD, RVAD, IABP, Impella) Work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team supported by 24/7 provider coverage Support patients and families through post-operative rehabilitation and transition to step-down cardiac rehab units Scrub colors limited to navy blue and white, in any combination Facility is a Magnet-recognized, 528-bed academic teaching hospital certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center Facility is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic and Roswell Park Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be considered Previous travel experience required American Traveler Job ID P-783418. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.