Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CTICU - Cardiothoracic Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: CTICU - Cardiothoracic Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/26/2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Overview\n
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- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 26, 2026
- Length: 26 weeks
- Openings: 1
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Description\n
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiothoracic ICU position requiring mechanical circulatory support experience and an active or conditional MA RN license.
Details\n
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- Work in the Cardiothoracic ICU of a hospital environment
- Unit cares for cardiac surgery, vascular surgery, cardiac medicine, and advanced heart failure patients
- Manages mechanical circulatory support including IABP, Impella, ECMO, and durable VAD
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00)
- Required to work every other weekend and holiday
- Floating required to other adult ICUs as needed
- Epic charting experience required
- Union facility with no special scheduling accommodations; must be able to work all 7 days
- Contract lengths of 13, 20, or 26 weeks accepted
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Requirements\n
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- Active or conditional MA RN license (actively working toward permanent licensure required if conditional)
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Minimum 2.5 years of ICU experience required
- Cardiovascular ICU experience required
- Experience with mechanical circulatory support required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Must pass a pass/fail tele test at orientation with only 1 attempt allowed
- Two references required for consideration, with at least one from a Nurse Manager or higher
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Additional Information\n
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- Provide critical care nursing to complex cardiothoracic and cardiac surgery patients, including those on advanced mechanical circulatory support
- Minimal RTO desired, with a preferred length of 3-5 days and none allowed in the first week
- Local candidates accepted within a 75-mile radius at the standard bill rate
- Candidates residing beyond 75 miles may be eligible for the travel rate within a 200-mile radius
- Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from the health system
- First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
- Candidates cannot be submitted if they have priors on their nursing license
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American Traveler Job ID #P-735439. 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 - Cardiothoracic ICU
About American Traveler\n \n
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.
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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.
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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.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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