Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Baltimore, MD
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Nurse | Baltimore, MD

Travel CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift in Baltimore, MD. 16-week travel contract starts May 18, 2026; competitive weekly pay $2,110–$2,220.

Join a high-acuity Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) as a travel RN in downtown Baltimore (21201). This Cardiac ICU nursing job is ideal for experienced critical care nurses who want to work with cutting-edge cardiac therapies, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and enjoy the culture and waterfront attractions of Baltimore. Our team supports professional growth and excellence in patient-centered cardiac critical care.

Job Details — Cardiac ICU / CVICU Travel RN

• Location: Baltimore, MD 21201 (downtown Baltimore healthcare)
• Position: CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift / Travel Nurse
• Contract Length: 16 weeks
• Start Date: May 18, 2026
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,110 – $2,220
• Shift: 3 x 12-hour nights (19:00 – 07:30)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Unit: Cardiac ICU (CVICU), 15 beds — adult/geriatric patient population
• Scrub Color: Navy blue
• Schedule Requirements: Every other weekend and holiday coverage required
• Floating: Required within specialty and to lower acuity units as needed

Required Qualifications — CVICU RN / Critical Care Nurse

• Minimum 2 years of recent CVICU or CICU RN experience required (critical care nursing experience). First-time travelers with strong CVICU experience will be considered for this position.
• Active RN license in Maryland or Compact State (must be active at time of submission)
• BLS and ACLS (AHA only), CPI, and NIHSS certifications required
• CCRN certification preferred (cardiac-critical care certification)
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record (Epic charting) required
• Comfortable with 1:1 up to 1:3 patient ratios when appropriate
• Ability to float within specialty and to lower acuity units as needed
• Two professional references required from most recent employers (1 supervisor/manager and 1 charge RN)
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility (travel nurse requirement)
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)

Key Responsibilities — Cardiac ICU Nursing

• Provide expert critical care nursing for adult cardiac patients, including cardiogenic shock, cardiac arrest, heart failure, arrhythmias, MI, and advanced cardiac therapies
• Manage mechanical circulatory support and advanced devices (IABP, Impella, VAD), CRRT, ventilators, and cooling devices
• Perform and assist with bedside procedures: central/A-line management, bronchoscopy support, chest tube care, Swan/PA catheter management, and CRRT setup
• Interpret arterial blood gases, titrate vasoactive drips, and manage complex hemodynamic monitoring (CCO monitor)
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently in Epic EMR
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including perfusion, PT/OT, RT, pharmacy, social work, and transplant teams
• Participate in unit initiatives, quality improvement, and maintain compliance with hospital policies

Why Join This Baltimore CVICU Team?

• Work in a high-volume, technologically advanced cardiac ICU (CVICU) — excellent for advancing critical care and cardiac nursing skills
• Competitive weekly pay for travel RN roles
• Opportunity to work with LVAD, transplant workups, and advanced cardiac support—strong professional development for critical care nurses
• Experience downtown Baltimore living and convenient access to regional healthcare networks in Maryland

Ready to apply? If you are a CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) or experienced critical care nurse interested in this Cardiac ICU travel nurse position in Baltimore, MD, apply now. Join our team and make a real impact on critically ill cardiac patients — apply today to be considered for this 16-week travel contract starting May 18, 2026.

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.