Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) with this 13-week travel contract in Washington, DC (zip code 20010). Join a leading Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and provide critical care to adult and geriatric patients recovering from major cardiac and vascular surgeries. This Washington, DC nursing job offers a vibrant urban lifestyle, rich history, and access to world-class healthcare facilities—perfect for experienced travel nurses seeking their next assignment.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Location: Washington, DC 20010
• Healthcare Setting: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
• Job Type: Travel RN Contract
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: February 2, 2026
• End Date: May 4, 2026
• Shifts: 12-hour rotating shifts (Day: 07:00 - 19:30, Night: 19:00 - 07:30), 3x12 or 4x12 per week
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required
• Float Requirement: ICU and IMC units
• Patient Ratio: 2:1
• Orientation: 36 hours

CVICU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU RN experience in an acute care hospital
• Active DC Registered Nurse license (or proof of pending status at submission; must be in hand prior to start)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and BLS (Basic Life Support) certifications required
• Successful completion of Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam (minimum 80% overall, 100% on lethal rhythms)
• Travel nursing experience preferred
• Ability to float to ICU and IMC units as needed
• Must be able to work every other weekend and holidays as needed
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• Two supervisor references required

CVICU RN Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to CVICU patients, including post-cardiac surgery, major vascular surgery, heart failure, and patients on mechanical circulatory support
• Manage and monitor advanced cardiovascular equipment: VAD, Cmag, CRRT, Swan Ganz PA catheters, pacing, IABP, ECMO
• Perform arterial and central line management, assist with chest tube insertion/removal, and administer blood products
• Interpret arterial blood gases, dysrhythmias, and titrate cardiac/vasoactive drips
• Care for ventilated patients and those requiring continuous IV sedation or paralytics
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and social services
• Maintain strict infection prevention and isolation precautions
• Document patient care accurately using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Float to ICU and IMC units as required

Take your nursing career to the next level with this Washington, DC travel nursing job. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in the lives of critically ill patients while enjoying all that the nation's capital has to offer. Apply now to secure your CVICU RN travel contract in Washington, DC!

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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.