Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVPICU for a travel nursing job in Newark, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: CVPICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/03/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Overview\n
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- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 3, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
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Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVPICU) position requiring 2+ years of PICU critical care experience and at least 1 year of cardiac experience, working night shifts at a premier pediatric facility in NJ.
Details\n
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- 19-bed CVPICU unit caring for infants, adolescents, and pediatric patients
- Patient population includes complex congenital heart disease, post-cardiac surgery, cardiac transplant, and a wide range of critical pediatric cases
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 or more depending on census, acuity, and staffing
- Specialized procedures include care for congenital heart defects (ASD, VSD, AV Canal Defect, TOF), Glenn and Fontan procedures, valve replacements, cardiac catheterization and ablation recovery, hemodynamic monitoring, and dysrhythmia management
- Additional specialty procedures include peritoneal dialysis, pre/post hemodialysis, lumbar puncture assistance, hydrocephalus/VP shunt care, chemotherapy monitoring, and isolation precautions
- Respiratory management includes ventilator care, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, ETCO2 monitoring, chest tube and intubation assistance, suctioning, and tracheostomy care
- IV therapy responsibilities include port access, blood product administration, central line care, PICC management, and TPN/lipids
- Epic EMR — experience required
- Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
- Every other weekend required
- Must work 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 holidays per unit needs
- Floating may be required to Pediatrics or NICU for appropriate assignments within the candidate's skillset
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Requirements\n
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- Active NJ RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand
- Required certifications: BLS and PALS; NRP preferred
- Minimum 2 years of PICU critical care experience required (hard requirement)
- Minimum 1 year of cardiac experience required (hard requirement); both must be documented on a skills checklist
- Proficiency in cardiac/PICU skills including hemodynamic monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, telemetry, and Medtronic pacemakers
- Experience with pediatric medication administration including vasopressors, antiarrhythmics, anti-seizure medications, insulin, and pediatric dosage calculations using the Broselow system
- Epic EMR experience required
- SSN and DOB required for consideration
- Two current professional references required for consideration
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
- Former RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH) staff (full-time or PRN) must have been separated from the health system for a minimum of 1 year before being eligible for a travel assignment
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Additional Information\n
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- The facility is part of RWJBarnabas Health, the largest healthcare system in NJ, and houses the Children's Hospital of NJ — the state's premier pediatric facility with 30+ subspecialties
- The unit supports advanced interventions including ECMO, nitric oxide therapy, and VAD support for complex heart disease
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Local candidates are accepted
- RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted prior to offer; no requests will be approved after an offer is made
- The facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2-week period
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American Traveler Job ID #P-730803. 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 - Pediatric ICU - Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU
About American Traveler\n \n
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.
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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.
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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.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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