GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN CVICU for a travel nursing job in Nashville, Tennessee.
Job Description & Requirements
CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) Jobs – 13-Week Travel Assignment in Nashville, TN
Advance your nursing career as a CVICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Nashville, Tennessee! Join a top-rated Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) team and provide expert care to post-operative cardiac surgery patients. This 13-week travel nursing job offers the chance to work with leading surgeons and intensivists in a state-of-the-art healthcare facility, utilizing advanced technology and clinical skills.
CVICU RN Job Details
Location : Nashville, TN 37203 – Discover the vibrant culture, live music, and southern hospitality that make Nashville a premier destination for healthcare professionals.
Unit : Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), 16 beds
Assignment Length : 13 weeks
Start Date : November 17, 2025
End Date : February 16, 2026
Shift : 7 : 00 AM – 7 : 00 PM (12-hour day shifts)
Hours per Week : 36
Schedule : 2 weekends / month, 1 summer holiday, 2 winter holidays
Estimated Weekly Salary Range : $1530-$1640
Registered Nurse Qualifications
Active RN license (Tennessee or compact state)
Minimum 1 year of recent CVICU or critical care nursing experience
BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association)
Proficiency with PA catheter and hemodynamic monitoring
Preferred : Experience with IABP, Impella, and CRRT
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Ability to float to other ICU or critical care units as needed
Compliance with dress code : black, red, or galaxy blue scrubs
CVICU Nurse Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality nursing care to immediate post-operative cardiac surgery patients, including those with ECMO, Centrimags, and HM3 LVADS
Perform advanced nursing procedures : central line insertion, swan insertion, intubations
Monitor and manage patients using Phillips bedside telemetry, Hill-Rom beds, and Alaris IV pumps
Document patient care in Meditech electronic health records
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including surgeons and intensivists, for optimal patient outcomes
Participate in a supportive environment with free-floating charge nurse, unit secretary, and tech support
Join our award-winning CVICU team, recognized with the HCA Unit of Distinction Award and Daisy Award for excellence in patient care. Experience the best of Nashville nursing jobs and enjoy the city's lively music scene, delicious cuisine, and welcoming healthcare community. Apply now to take your nursing career to the next level in Nashville, TN!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHR
With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.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.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #432840. 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 GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.
Travel Rn Cvicu Week • Nashville, TN, US