CVICU RN
Tuscaloosa, AL
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,686/weekOverview
- Start Date12/07/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care621 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Surgical ICU/CSU night shift position requiring AL or compact RN licensure and prior specialty experience.
Details
- Work in the Cardiac Surgical Intensive Care Unit (CSICU), a 4-bed unit, and CSU, an 8-bed stepdown unit
- Care for adult and geriatric patients with cardiac, thoracic, vascular and other surgical conditions requiring critical care
- Provide post-operative recovery care and complex invasive hemodynamic monitoring
- Both units supported by a dedicated cardiovascular educator
- Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Accepts 36 or 48 hours per week
- Every other weekend and holidays as required
- Must be willing to float to other units and hospitals
- Uses Meditech EMR
Requirements
- Active RN license for State of Alabama or compact license required, no temporary or pending licenses accepted
- Associate degree in nursing required
- Current AHA BLS certification required
- Current AHA NIH or Red Cross certification required
- AHA PALS certification preferred if working in pediatric unit
- 2 years of nursing experience required, 18 months considered if under highest level of professional license
- 1 year of recent experience in specialty required
- NURSYS verification required
- No license hits, past or current, allowed
Additional Information
- Deliver patient-centered care focused on a pleasant, safe, and comfortable patient experience
- Required to complete an on-site test in addition to an online pre-test prior to starting
- Virtual orientation includes competency-based modules
- Dress code requires solid navy scrubs
- Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no mile radius restrictions
Facility
DCH Regional Medical Center
2 nurses recommend working with DCH Regional Medical Center

- Short Term Acute Care
- 621 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About Tuscaloosa, AL
As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU Nurse in Tuscaloosa, AL here's what you should know:- Tuscaloosa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 91°F, average low: 70°F.
- Winter average high: 56°F, average low: 34°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Tuscaloosa.
- Tuscaloosa is car-friendly, with public transportation options also available.
- Tuscaloosa has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Tuscaloosa offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities near the Black Warrior River.
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