Travel Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Quincy, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/25/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position at a Level 2 trauma facility near Springfield, IL, with open heart and CRRT experience highly preferred.

Details

• Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) in an acute care hospital setting near Springfield, IL
• Level 2 trauma facility
• Patient population includes post-PCI, post-bypass, and CHF patients
• RNs are required to titrate drips
• RNs are required to interpret cardiac monitor strips; Dräger telemetry monitors used; telemetry monitor techs also present on the unit
• Respiratory therapy is assigned to the ICU/PCU 24/7 with access to all respiratory equipment (vents, CPAP, BiPAP, etc.)
• 24/7 in-house intensivist and hospitalist coverage (MD and NP)
• Charting via Allscripts EMR
• 12-hour day shifts
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active Illinois (IL) RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Level 2 trauma experience or higher required
• Experience with sheath pulls preferred
• CRRT experience highly preferred
• Open heart experience preferred

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include managing post-cardiac surgery and interventional cardiology patients, titrating vasoactive and other critical care drips, and interpreting cardiac telemetry strips
• BSN is not required for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-700097. 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.