Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: CVICU
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/05/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Cardiac Medical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nurses are needed for a 13-week assignment on the nights shift in a healthcare facility located in the South St. Louis County area. The position involves providing specialized patient care for individuals with complex cardiac and medical conditions, utilizing advanced nursing skills within a fast-paced environment.
Job Details
Shift: Nights, 1900-0730 (12 hours per shift)
Schedule: Night shift, minimum of 36 hours per week, with potential for up to 48 hours
Location: in a healthcare facility serving diverse patient populations from the surrounding counties
Required Qualifications: Current RN License (eligible for licensure in the state of Missouri or licensed in Missouri), BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association, please note the candidate must have 3 years of experience in Cardiac Medical ICU or similar specialty with CVI experience of recovering open hearts directly from the operating room, and a minimum of 0 years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with medical ICU patients with a cardiac emphasis, including arrhythmias, STEMI, and post-arrest cases
Additional Information: Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care, maintaining professional accountability and evaluating care effectiveness. The role includes monitoring patient conditions post-trauma, surgical interventions, and medical comorbidities, with a focus on quality and safety standards. Float to other stepdown units may be required based on staffing needs. The unit contains advanced equipment such as Impella, IABP, Prismax CRRT, Zoll internal cooling device, Arctic Sun, and uses the EPIC electronic medical record system.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
Private housing or generous housing allowance
Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
Competitive salaries
Referral bonuses
Travel reimbursement
401(k) retirement plan
Direct deposit/free checking
Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1304356. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit Cardiovascular
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
401k retirement plan
Referral bonus
Numbers & Facts
Location
St. Louis, MO
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Cardiologyunmatched
Cardiovascular Diseaseunmatched
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)unmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Emergency Nursingunmatched
Epic Systemsunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Intensive Careunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Medical Conditionsunmatched
Medical Record Systemunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
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