Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/24/2026
- Duration: 16 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 24, 2026
- Length: 16 weeks
- Openings: 1
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Description\n
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a CVICU position requiring CRRT, Swan-Ganz, and mechanical circulatory support experience.
Details\n
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- Work in the CVICU/Surgical ICU of a hospital environment
- Care for post cardiac surgery patients (not directly from OR) with complex cardiovascular needs
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30) or rotating day/night shifts
- Utilizes Epic charting system
- Up to 10 days RTO available per 13-week contract, with additional RTO available proportionally for longer contracts
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Requirements\n
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- Active RN license (Utah or Compact) required, pending license accepted but must be in hand prior to start
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of prior CVICU RN experience required
- Required experience with CRRT/CVVHD, Swan-Ganz/Pulmonary Artery Line monitoring, and mechanical circulatory support (MCS) including Impella, IABP, LVAD/RVAD, and ECMO
- Epic charting experience required
- Skilled in arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
- Experience with ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and BiPAP/CPAP management
- Proficient in titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, continuous IV sedation, and procedural sedation monitoring
- Experience managing dysrhythmias and multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
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Additional Information\n
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- Provide comprehensive critical care nursing to complex cardiovascular and post-surgical patients
- Perform cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
- Adhere to infection prevention protocols and isolation precautions/PPE
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Previous full-time employees of the facility are not eligible to return as travelers under any circumstances
- Local candidates residing within the state of Utah are not accepted
- Candidates must live at least 100 miles from the facility
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American Traveler Job ID #P-738236. 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\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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