CVICU Registered Nurse
Columbus, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Columbus, OH (13-week Travel Contract)

CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) in Columbus, OH — Cardiac ICU RN with ECMO/CRRT/VAD experience needed for a 13-week travel nursing contract; competitive weekly pay and exciting Columbus healthcare opportunities.

Join a world-class cardiovascular intensive care team at a leading heart hospital in downtown Columbus (43210). This travel nurse opportunity is ideal for experienced Cardiac ICU RNs who want to advance their critical care skills while exploring a vibrant city known for arts, parks, and a growing healthcare community.

Job Details — Travel CVICU RN

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940 - $2,040
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (May 18, 2026 – August 17, 2026)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts (Day: 07:00–19:30, Night: 19:00–07:30); weekdays, some weekends, rotating holidays
• Location: Columbus, OH 43210 — Ohio travel nursing job
• Patient Ratio: 1:1–2 (Cardiac ICU RN staffing)
• Float: Required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity
• Orientation: 24 hours

Cardiac ICU RN Qualifications / Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent Cardiac ICU or CVICU experience preferred (Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit experience)
• Active RN license (compact license accepted or Ohio state license required at time of submission)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
• Experience with Epic electronic health record required (Epic charting)
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred (travel nurse, travel RN)
• Graduated from ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Two professional references (one from manager/director or formal leadership; Charge RN acceptable for second reference)
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

CVICU RN Responsibilities — Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse

• Provide expert critical care for adult patients with complex cardiovascular, thoracic, and vascular conditions (Cardiac ICU care)
• Manage and monitor advanced life support and mechanical circulatory support devices including ECMO, CRRT, IABP, Impella, ventricular assist devices (VAD), and ventilators
• Perform and manage invasive monitoring: Swan-Ganz/PA catheters, arterial lines, PA line management, IV starts, and hemodynamic assessments
• Care for post-cardiac surgery patients (CABG, valve repair, TAVR, heart/lung transplant, structural repairs)
• Respond to acute events including low cardiac output syndrome, unstable dysrhythmias, respiratory failure, stroke, sepsis, renal impairment, and GI bleed
• Administer conscious sedation and assist with procedures per unit protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, pharmacy, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, radiology, and rapid response teams
• Float to other units within the organization as needed while maintaining high-quality patient care
• Maintain compliance with credentialing, fingerprinting, and hospital-specific requirements

Why join this Columbus CVICU travel nurse position? Grow your cardiac critical care experience in a high-acuity heart hospital while enjoying Columbus, OH — a city with rich cultural offerings and strong healthcare employment opportunities. This role is perfect for Cardiac ICU RNs seeking challenging cases, advanced technology, and professional development.

Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply now to be considered for this CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) role in Columbus, Ohio. Join our healthcare team today and make an impact in cardiovascular 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.