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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Morgantown, West Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 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 7, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a CVICU position requiring direct open-heart OR admissions experience and Swan-Ganz/Impella/CRRT management skills. Details Surgical Intensive Care Unit setting focused on cardiovascular patients Direct admission of fresh open-heart patients from the OR Patient ratio of 1:2, with potential overflow to step-down level of care based on acuity Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-07:00), including weekdays and weekends Uses Cerner EMR Blocked schedules will be considered Requirements Active WV or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted for consideration Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS through the American Heart Association Experience with direct open-heart admissions from OR, pressure monitoring, Swan-Ganz management, Impella monitoring, and CRRT required ACT (Activated Clotting Time) experience required Experience with IV therapy, central line care, PICC line management, and arterial line management Skilled in care of ventilated patients, ABG interpretation, and suctioning Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips and administering continuous IV sedation Experience with IABP, post cardiac surgery care, sheath removal, and CVVHD/CRRT Minimum 2 manager and/or charge nurse references from the past 2 years required Cerner charting experience preferred Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to post cardiac surgery and cardiovascular ICU patients Manage cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response Care for patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure ACTS certification required in hand before start date for CVICU and Cath Lab roles Non-billable training modules required prior to start, averaging 8 hours to complete Orientation held every other Monday Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility; those between 75-100 miles may be considered case-by-case at the same rate Former permanent employees must wait 2 years from last employment date before returning as a traveler Current employees of Vandalia Health System facilities (including Mon Health, CAMC, Davis Medical Center, and others) are not eligible for travel contracts within the health system Previous license probationary actions reviewed on a case-by-case basis No scrubs provided American Traveler Job ID P-769274. 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.