Travel Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU RN - $2,995 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CVPICU for a travel nursing job in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CVPICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU position at a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of Pediatric Cardiac ICU experience and Epic proficiency.

Details

• 12-hour night shifts (1900–0700) in a 20-bed Pediatric Cardiovascular ICU
• High-acuity pediatric patient population ages 0–18 with congenital heart conditions, pre- and post-transplant care, post-cath lab, and ventricle assistive devices including ECMO, Impella, and Aquadex (renal replacement therapy)
• Patient ratios vary by acuity: 2:1, 1:1, or 1:2
• EMR: Epic (experience required)
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Philips monitors
• Weekend rotation every other weekend or fewer as needed (Fri/Sat/Sun)
• Floating required to PICU, NICU, and General Pediatrics as needed
• Schedule cycles every 6 weeks

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, PALS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Cardiac ICU experience in a similarly acute facility
• Most recent experience must be within the last year
• Experience with fresh open-heart post‑op patients, transplant patients, and advanced devices including ECMO, Impella, and Aquadex
• Epic EMR experience required
• Competency to float to PICU
• At least 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN dated within the past year
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Unit is housed in a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and academic teaching hospital with a nationally ranked congenital cardiology program (#7 per USNWR)
• Unit is organized into two mirrored 10‑bed sides with a centralized nurses' station; most critical patients are positioned closest to the station
• Departmental support includes a free‑floating charge nurse and resource nurse, unit secretary every shift, IV/VAT team, in‑house phlebotomy, RT 24/7, cardiologist 24/7, and intensivist 24/7
• Orientation includes facility NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of holidays
• RTO requires manager approval
• Navy scrubs required
• Free parking available
• Candidates must have a permanent address at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Former permanent employees of any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible
• First‑time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.