Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,264 per week in Columbus, OH

# Job Opportunity – Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse – Ohio

Start Date: November 2, 2026

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 36 hours per week, day or night shift rotation. Up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule period (Saturday/Sunday for day shift, Friday/Saturday for night shift). Rotating holidays. Float requirements within units of equivalent or lower acuity, typically no more than once every 4 weeks.

Highlights:

• Cardiovascular ICU environment specializing in cardiac, vascular, and thoracic critical care patients including CABG, valve repair, TAVR, heart and lung transplants, VAD implantation, ECMO, and complex aortic and esophageal repairs
• Estimated patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:2, allowing for focused, high-quality patient care in a 30-bed unit
• Epic electronic medical record system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
• Work with advanced technologies including ventricular assist devices, ECMO, CRRT, hemodynamic monitoring, IABP, Impella, and temporary pacemakers
• 36 hours of structured orientation to ensure smooth transition into the unit
• Travel assignment with potential for local candidates at competitive rates

Requirements:

• Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• Minimum 2 years of Cardiac ICU experience strongly preferred
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS certification preferred
• Epic EMR experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred
• Demonstrated competency in essential skills including IV starts, telemetry, ventilator management, Swan-Ganz monitoring, conscious sedation, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and pulmonary artery lines
• Nursing education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccination not required
• Two professional references required: at least one from a manager, director, or formal leadership role; charge nurse acceptable for second reference
• Ability to complete Ohio fingerprinting process urgently upon contract signing

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This cardiovascular ICU position offers the chance to work with a diverse and complex patient population utilizing cutting-edge cardiac technology and treatment modalities. You'll be part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team dedicated to providing exceptional critical care to patients with acute cardiac, vascular, and thoracic conditions, while gaining valuable experience with advanced life-support systems including ECMO, ventricular assist devices, and hemodynamic monitoring. This role is ideal for experienced critical care nurses seeking to advance their skills in a high-acuity cardiovascular environment.

Additional Information:

Please note that strict compliance deadlines apply, with all credentialing requirements due by the Tuesday prior to start date. Candidates must be responsive and cooperative throughout the credentialing process. One period of pre-approved time off is available and must be requested at time of submission. Parking options are available with various monthly and annual permit plans ranging from approximately $225/month to $394/year depending on location and access needs.