American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/05/2026
- 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: Jul 5, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced CVICU RN for a night shift position in a CV Thoracic Transplant ICU, with required experience managing complex cardiac devices including Impella, IABP, and LVAD.
Details
- CV Thoracic Transplant ICU in an acute care hospital setting
- Cares for both cardiac medical ICU patients and Cardiac/Thoracic/Vascular Surgery ICU patients
- 2:1 patient ratio
- Patients may be supported by devices including Impella, IABP, LVAD, and NxStage
- Night shift: 19:00โ07:30
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active Indiana RN license or compact RN license required
- Current certifications required: BLS and ACLS (both must be AHA-issued)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required (Group A updated yearly; Groups BโF updated every 2 years)
- Minimum 1 year of CVICU experience required
- Experience with Impella, IABP, and LVAD required
- NxStage experience preferred
- Must possess a US Social Security Number and provide a US home address
- Two professional references required
- Copy of Driver's License required
- Full SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provides ICU-level nursing care to both cardiac medical and cardiothoracic/vascular surgery patients
- Nursys license verification required within 30 days prior to start
- Local candidates are accepted but may be subject to a reduced pay rate depending on proximity to the facility
- COVID vaccination is not required
American Traveler Job ID #P-714411. 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.
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