Travel CVICU Registered Nurse - $2,177 per week

Role description

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

CVICU
Discipline:

RN
Start Date:

08/24/2026
Duration:

13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:

12 hours
Employment Type:

Travel
CVICU Registered Nurse Travel Nurse Job – Columbus, Ohio Experienced CVICU Registered Nurse needed for a 13-week travel nursing contract in Columbus, Ohio, in the 43210 area. Join a fast-paced Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and care for high-acuity adult cardiac patients, including post-cardiac surgery, transplant, ECMO, VAD, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring cases. Located in a vibrant and welcoming part of Columbus, the 43210 area offers convenient access to dining, local culture, and community amenities that make it an appealing place to live and work during your assignment. If you are seeking Ohio RN travel jobs or critical care nursing jobs in Columbus, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career.
Job Details

Weekly Estimated Pay:

$1,940-$2,040
Location:

Columbus, Ohio
Area:

43210
Setting:

Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Start Date:

7/27/2026
Contract Length:

13 weeks
Schedule:

36 hours per week
Shift Duration:

12-hour nights
Shift:

Night shift, 3x12-hour schedule (19:00 - 07:30)
Weekend Requirement:

Weekend coverage required, with up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule period
Float Requirement:

May float to units of equivalent or lower acuity as needed
Patient Ratio:

Typically 1:1 to 1:2
Job Requirements

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required
At least 1 year of recent RN experience required; 2 years of cardiac ICU or CVICU experience preferred
BLS certification required
ACLS certification required
NIHSS certification required
Recent CVICU, cardiac ICU, or critical care experience with high-acuity cardiovascular patients
Epic charting experience required
Experience with ventilators, telemetry, IV starts, Swan-Ganz monitoring, conscious sedation, balloon pumps, and PA lines preferred
Ability to work weekends, rotating holidays, and float as needed
Graduate of an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care as a CVICU Registered Nurse in a high-acuity cardiovascular intensive care setting
Monitor and manage adult patients recovering from CABG, valve repair or replacement, TAVR, vascular and thoracic procedures, transplant, and other complex cardiovascular interventions
Assess, monitor, and respond to changes in patient condition using advanced critical care nursing judgment
Manage ventilators, vasoactive drips, sedation, arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, and hemodynamic monitoring equipment
Support care for patients requiring ECMO, CRRT, IABP, Impella, VAD, and temporary pacing as appropriate to unit needs
Administer medications, blood products, and emergency interventions in accordance with clinical protocols
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, social services, and rehabilitation services to deliver exceptional patient care
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic
Adhere to unit policies, infection prevention standards, and patient safety best practices
Apply now

for this CVICU travel nurse opportunity in Columbus, Ohio, and join a healthcare team committed to excellent cardiac critical care.
Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #492572. 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: CVICU
About GHR Healthcare

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.