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Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 8, 2026 Length: 8 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position requiring 3+ years of CVICU experience and a passing EKG test score. Details Work in the Cardiovascular ICU of a cardiovascular-focused hospital campus 12-hour night shift schedule Required to work every other weekend Holiday coverage required No on-call responsibilities May float to Glenbrook MICU, Evanston ICU, or Highland Park ICU as needed 8 hours of non-billable orientation Requirements Active IL RN license required Current
BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Minimum 3 years of CVICU experience required Must pass an EKG test with a score of 80% or higher prior to consideration Epic EMR experience required and must be noted in employment history Charge experience preferred Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, multi-system organ failure, and thermoregulation Experience with CABG, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, Impella, and post cardiac surgery care Experience with Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring and valve replacement/repair Experience with LVAD/RVAD and CVVHD/CRRT IV therapy skills including port access, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs Experience administering continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade, continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, and titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips Experience with CVA/acute stroke management and lumbar drains Skilled in BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilator management, and care of ventilated patients Experience with high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) and ABG interpretation Suctioning (ETT, NT) experience required Knowledge of infection prevention and isolation precautions/PPE use Phlebotomy skills required Experience managing surgical wounds with drains/wound vac Updated resume and CV ICU skills checklist completed within the last year required for consideration Two current references from a supervisor, manager, or charge nurse within the last year required; at least one travel reference preferred Verification of active IL license required Additional Information Provide comprehensive critical care nursing to complex cardiovascular ICU patients Collaborate with a cardiovascular-focused care team on a specialized campus On-site EKG test required on Day 1 of orientation; a study book will be provided in advance and a passing score is required to continue the assignment Local candidates accepted at the same rate Returning permanent or per diem staff must be away for 12 months before being eligible as a traveler RTO limited to a maximum of 3 days for this 8-week contract First-time travelers are welcome to apply