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

CVICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) opportunity in Washington, DC 20010 — 13-week contract caring for post?op cardiac surgery and critically ill cardiac patients in a high-acuity Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. Join our Washington, DC travel nursing team and advance your critical care nursing career.

Job Details

• Location: Washington, DC 20010 (Washington, DC travel nursing)
• Assignment Type: Travel RN / Travel Nursing
• Unit: CVICU (Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit) — Cardiac ICU nurse role
• Start Date: May 26, 2026
• End Date: August 25, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shifts: 3x12 or 4x12 hour rotating shifts (Day: 07:00-19:30, Night: 19:00-07:30)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,900 - $2,000
• Hours per Week: 36
• Schedule Notes: Every other weekend required; holidays as needed
• Float: Float to ICU and IMC required (ICU nurse flexibility preferred)

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Active DC RN license required (or proof of pending status at submission; license in hand prior to start)
• Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU / Cardiac ICU experience caring for post-op cardiac and major vascular surgery patients
• Critical care / ICU travel nursing experience preferred
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam (?80% overall, 100% on lethal rhythms)
• Experience with advanced cardiac modalities: ECMO, VAD, IABP, Cmag, CRRT, Swan-Ganz (PA) catheters, temporary pacing
• Strong ventilator management and titration of vasoactive/cardiac drips
• Ability to float to ICU and IMC units as needed; excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• Two supervisor references required

Core Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to adult and geriatric patients recovering from cardiac and major vascular surgeries
• Manage advanced cardiovascular equipment including VAD, Cmag, CRRT, Swan-Ganz PA catheters, pacing, IABP, and ECMO
• Perform arterial and central line care, ventilator management, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Interpret arterial blood gases and dysrhythmias; respond to emergencies using advanced critical care skills
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and adhere to infection prevention and unit protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, PT/OT, social work) to optimize cardiac ICU patient outcomes
• Participate in orientation and complete required facility/unit-specific competencies and modules within designated timeframes
• Provide compassionate support and clear communication to patients and families during critical care episodes

Why join us: Work in a leading Washington, DC CVICU with complex cardiac cases, strong interdisciplinary support, and competitive travel RN pay. Ideal for experienced Cardiac ICU nurses seeking Washington DC travel nursing assignments.

Apply now: Submit your resume, DC RN license information, and two supervisor references to be considered. Join our healthcare team today and make a difference in critical cardiac care in Washington, DC.

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