Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $1,744 per week
About the role
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN for a CVICU position in Columbia, South Carolina. The position is for 13 weeks, starting August 17, 2026, and is 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts.
Responsibilities
- Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to subtle changes in patient condition
- Administer complex medications and treatments in accordance with approved critical care nursing techniques
- Operate and manage advanced life support equipment
- Ensure patient safety and comfort in high-acuity ICU environments, addressing physical and emotional needs
- Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions, notifying the appropriate provider of changes in patient status
- Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record in a timely manner to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulatory standards
- Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment, treatments, and recovery expectations
- Communicate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care
- Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures and technologies through ongoing education and training
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised patients and reduce risks
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance ICU patient outcomes and operational efficiency
- Perform other duties as assigned within scope
- Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
Requirements
- One year of recent experience as a CVICU RN
- Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS (AHA/ARC) and ACLS (AHA/ARC) certifications
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification (preferred)
- TNCC, NIHSS certification (may be required for this position)
- Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position
Qualifications
Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend. Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment. Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate.
Skills
Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills. Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language. Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills.
Benefits
- Hightly competitive pay for travel professionals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
- Life and Short-term disability offered
- 401(k) matching
- Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
- 24/7 recruiter support
- Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Why Choose Fusion?
Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you. At Fusion Medical Staffing, we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. We are here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.
About Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
We connect healthcare travelers to opportunities in the locations they've always dreamed of living. Our recruiters act as your co-pilots to support you in your next step – no matter what, where and when. As a medical traveler, you'll get to meld your career with personal life experiences, make informed decisions, and the freedom to control your career. We are not just a place to find your next opportunity, but where you'll love to work. We've won awards for our ethical business practices, lasting community impact, and commitment to being an incredible place to work.