Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,006 per week
5 days ago
North Valley
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CVICU Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/20/2026 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: Apr 20, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a CVICU position at a Level I Trauma teaching facility in New Mexico, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and proficiency with advanced cardiovascular equipment including ECMO, IABP, and Impella. Details 13-week contract, night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30) CVICU unit within a 554-bed Level I Trauma, academic teaching hospital that also serves as a children's hospital Patient population includes post-op open heart surgery (CABG, aortic aneurysm/dissection repair), Fem-Pop bypass, pulmonary embolism, cardiac arrest, endovascular repair, heart failure, MODS, and sepsis Patient ratio of 1:2 Specialized procedures include post-op open heart care, bedside trach/PEG, bedside surgical procedures, CRRT, ECMO, IABP, Impella, Swan-Ganz catheters, arterial lines, CVCs, chest tubes, Foley insertion, and NG tubes Equipment used includes CRRT, Hemosphere, Bladderscanner, Cortrak, ultrasound, Philips monitors, Impella, IABP, ECMO, ZOLL, Dopplers, GlideScope, Pupilometer, Blanketrol, Arctic Sun, Belmont, and Bair Hugger Charting via Cerner Weekends required as needed Floating may be required to other ICUs, PCU floors, ED (for admitted patients), and PACU (for admitted patients) No on-call required Free parking on-site Requirements Active NM or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted Current certifications: BLS and ACLS Minimum 2 years of RN experience required CVICU experience preferred Proficiency with advanced cardiovascular equipment (ECMO, IABP, Impella, CRRT, Swan-Ganz catheters) required COVID vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions accepted with a completed exemption form signed by a provider Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position 2 professional supervisor references from within the past 2 years required for consideration Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration Additional Information First-time travelers are welcome to apply Black scrubs required Time-off requests exceeding 7 days require prior approval; all scheduling requests must be submitted upfront Travelers who have worked 4 consecutive assignments or reached a one-year mark at this facility are required to take a 6-month break before returning American Traveler Job ID P-683507. 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.