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CVOR Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiovascular ICU Travel Nursing Job in Fort Wayne, Indiana Take your cardiovascular nursing career to Fort Wayne, Indiana, as a CVOR Registered Nurse supporting a mixed-acuity Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit on a 13-week travel contract. Care for complex cardiac and open-heart recovery patients alongside an experienced acute-care team. CVOR Travel RN Job Details Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana Weekly Estimated
$2,000–$2,100 Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract Start Date: November 2, 2026 Contract Duration: 13 weeks
12-hour day shifts, approximately 3:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Unit: Mixed-acuity Cardiovascular ICU and progressive cardiac care Patient Assignment: Approximately 1:1–1:2 on the ICU side and 1:3–1:4 on the step-down side Charting and Equipment: EPIC and Pyxis Orientation: Mandatory three-day orientation during the first week Dress Code: Caribbean-blue scrubs CVOR Registered Nurse Job Requirements At least 2 years of recent Cardiovascular ICU nursing experience Current Indiana or compact Registered Nurse license Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association Current ACLS certification through the American Heart Association Open-heart recovery experience preferred Previous travel nursing experience preferred Experience in a Level I or Level II facility preferred Willingness and ability to float to like units and to progressive care or step-down assignments as needed Commitment to attending all required orientation days Cardiovascular ICU Nursing Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular and post-operative cardiac patients.
Support the recovery and ongoing management of patients following open-heart procedures. Monitor patients closely, recognize changes in clinical status, and escalate concerns promptly. Deliver care within appropriate ICU and progressive-care nurse-to-patient ratios.
Administer medications and treatments, complete assessments, and document care accurately in EPIC. Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interdisciplinary care team to promote safe, effective patient outcomes. Float to comparable units or step-down care when needed while maintaining quality and patient safety standards.
Why Consider This Indiana Travel Nursing Opportunity? Work with a specialized cardiovascular patient population in a supportive, team-oriented environment. Build valuable experience across both intensive and progressive cardiac care.
Enjoy a structured 12-hour day-shift schedule in a growing Indiana community. Explore Fort Wayne’s welcoming community, vibrant downtown, excellent parks, and convenient access to the broader Northeast Indiana region. Apply now for this CVOR Registered Nurse travel contract in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and join a dedicated cardiovascular care team.
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.
About the role
Care for complex cardiac and open-heart recovery patients alongside an experienced acute-care team.