American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CVICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/26/2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 26, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) position in Worcester, MA, requiring a minimum of 2.5 years of ICU experience and hands-on mechanical circulatory support experience.
Details
- Cardiac surgery ICU setting managing vascular surgery, cardiac medicine, advanced heart failure, and mechanical circulatory support patients
- Mechanical circulatory support devices used include IABP, Impella, ECMO, and durable VAD
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
- Every other weekend and holiday coverage required
- Floating to other adult ICUs required as needed
- Epic EMR experience required
- Scheduling is based on unit needs — block schedules cannot be accommodated
Requirements
- Active MA RN license required; conditional MA license accepted if actively pursuing permanent licensure
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2.5 years of ICU experience required
- Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) experience required
- Hands-on mechanical circulatory support experience required (IABP, Impella, ECMO, durable VAD)
- Epic EMR experience required
- Must reside more than 200 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
- Two professional references required, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher
- Candidates with any prior disciplinary action on their nursing license are not eligible for consideration
Additional Information
- Must pass a pass/fail EKG test at orientation (one attempt allowed)
- Must pass a pass/fail telemetry test at orientation (one attempt allowed)
- Contract lengths of 13, 20, or 26 weeks are accepted
- Minimal time off requests are preferred, ideally no more than 3–5 days per contract
American Traveler Job ID #P-733299. 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.