Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: CVICU

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 01/05/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours

Employment Type: Travel

CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Travel Nursing Job in Columbus, Ohio

Advance your nursing career with a rewarding CVICU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Columbus, OH (zip code 43210). This 13-week contract offers the opportunity to provide expert cardiovascular intensive care to critically ill cardiac patients in a leading Ohio healthcare facility. Join our healthcare team and experience the vibrant culture and amenities of Columbus while making a difference in patient outcomes.

CVICU RN Job Details

Location: Columbus, Ohio 43210 (Ohio nursing jobs)

Assignment Length: 13-week travel nursing contract

Start Date: January 5, 2026

End Date: April 6, 2026

Shift: Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)

Hours per Week: 36

Weekend Requirement: Up to 6 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule

On-Site Position

No On-Call Required

Estimated Weekly Salary: $1940-$1990

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active RN license (compact or Ohio state license required)

Minimum 2 years of recent Cardiac ICU or CVICU experience preferred

Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program

BLS and ACLS certifications (required for all travel nurse jobs)

NIHSS certification preferred

EPIC charting experience required

Previous travel nursing experience preferred

Ability to float to units of equivalent or lower acuity

Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only)

Two professional references required (one from a manager/director or formal leader)

CVICU RN Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients in the Cardiovascular ICU, including post-cardiac, vascular, and thoracic surgery patients

Monitor and manage patients with advanced cardiac devices (VADs, ECMO, IABP, Impella, Total Artificial Heart)

Perform IV starts, ventilator care, telemetry, Swan-Ganz catheter monitoring, and balloon pump management

Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips

Assist with chest tube insertion/removal, arterial line management, and post-surgical care

Interpret arterial blood gases and cardiac dysrhythmias

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy)

Float to other critical care units as needed

Maintain accurate clinical documentation using EPIC

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com. 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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #434954. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CVICU

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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Benefits

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401k retirement plan

Weekly pay

Referral bonus

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