CVICU Registered Nurse
Cleveland, OH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – CVICU / Cardiovascular Surgery ICU – Cleveland, OH (Travel Contract)

Travel RN – CVICU in Cleveland, OH: 13-week critical care travel nursing job starting May 15, 2026.

Join a world-class healthcare team in Cleveland, Ohio as a Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cardiovascular Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CVICU). This travel nursing job is ideal for experienced critical care nurses who provide post-op cardiac care after complex cardiac and thoracic surgeries. Cleveland (zip code 44195) offers a vibrant cultural scene, lakefront access, and welcoming neighborhoods—an excellent location for travel nurses and healthcare professionals relocating for an assignment.

Job Details – Travel CVICU RN (Cleveland, OH)

• Location: Cleveland, Ohio (44195) — Cleveland nursing jobs, Ohio travel nurse positions
• Setting: Cardiovascular Surgery ICU (CVICU) / Cardiac ICU
• Role: Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) – critical care nurse, cardiac ICU experience required
• Contract Type: Travel (travel nursing contract)
• Start Date: May 15, 2026
• End Date: August 14, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shifts: 3x12-hour rotating shifts (Day: 7:00am–7:30pm; Night: 7:00pm–7:30am; rotation may be required)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020 – $2,130 (competitive travel nurse pay)

RN Job Requirements – CVICU / Cardiac ICU

• Minimum 18 months of recent, permanent CVICU or cardiac ICU experience (travel experience accepted)
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio or a current compact nursing license
• Current certifications: BLS (AHA or American Red Cross), ACLS, and NIHSS
• One supervisory reference in the specialty (manager, ANM, supervisor, or director) required
• Must pass ECG rhythm recognition test and safeMedicate assessment during orientation
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Available to work at least every other holiday during the contract
• Background check and fingerprinting required prior to start

CVICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities – Cardiac Critical Care

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill post-op cardiac and thoracic surgery patients
• Monitor and assess patient status, including hemodynamic monitoring and ECG rhythm interpretation; respond rapidly to changes in condition
• Administer medications, titrate and manage complex cardiac drips, and operate advanced cardiovascular equipment
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, respiratory therapists, and pharmacists) to optimize patient outcomes
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in accordance with hospital policies and electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Participate in patient and family education, discharge planning, and post-op care coordination
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment and adhere to infection control and safety protocols

This CVICU travel nursing role is a great opportunity for experienced cardiac critical care nurses seeking short-term travel contracts in Ohio. If you are a dedicated Registered Nurse with strong CVICU skills and a passion for high-acuity care, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel RN in Cleveland, OH — submit your resume and current RN license today to be considered for this critical care nursing job.

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.