Travel CVPICU Registered Nurse

Company: American Traveler
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVPICU for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: CVPICU - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, days - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Days, 3x12hrs - Hours: 36 hrs/wk - Start Date: Apr 6, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU (CVPICU) position at a Magnet, Level I Pediatric Trauma Center children's hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of dedicated CVPICU experience. Details - Work setting is a Magnet-designated, Level I Pediatric Trauma Center children's hospital with 323 inpatient beds - Unit is the Cardiovascular Pediatric ICU (CVPICU) - Patient population is pediatric cardiovascular, with floating to other critical care units (NICU/PICU) as needed - Patient ratio is 1:2 - Charting system is Cerner - Shifts are 3x12-hour days (7:00–19:30) or nights (19:00–7:30), with rotation between day and night shifts every 3–4 weeks - Self-scheduled with no guarantee of straight shifts - Every other weekend required - No on-call required - 13-week contract Requirements - Active DC RN license required prior to start date; pending license accepted with screenshot and application date provided at time of consideration - Current BLS and PALS certifications required - Minimum 2 years of recent, dedicated CVPICU experience required — floating or cross-coverage experience does not qualify - Cardiac training is required; candidates should indicate cardiac training background when applying - Must be able to rotate between day and night shifts Additional Information - Nurses will float to other critical care units (NICU/PICU) as needed with no age restriction - Every other holiday coverage required - RTO is limited to 1 week maximum; a full week of RTO must be made up at the end of the contract - Scrubs must be any solid color, logo-free, and child-friendly - Rotating shift staff must park offsite; parking is approximately $35/month - A photo ID must be provided upon contract signature if an offer is accepted - First-time travelers are welcome to apply - Local candidates are accepted American Traveler Job ID P-685354. 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: Travel RN - Pediatric ICU - Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers. With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements. American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment. With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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