Travel Nurse RN - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - $2,146 per week in Augusta, GA

Start Date: April 27, 2026
Location: Augusta, Georgia
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts with every other weekend rotation; nurse-to-patient ratio typically 1:2 in a 10-bed unit with average daily census of 7

Highlights:

• Specialized cardiovascular ICU caring for complex patients including LVADs, intra-aortic balloon pumps, Swan-Ganz catheters, temporary pacemakers, and CRRT
• Collaborative care environment with intensivist presence Monday–Friday and daily multidisciplinary rounds at 10 am
• Manageable patient load with free charge nurse support; titration of cardiac drips, vasoactive medications, and sedation
• Experience with post-AAA repair patients, advanced hemodynamic monitoring, and critical cardiovascular interventions
• Epic EMR system with Pyxis medication management and SBAR communication protocols
• Contract includes comprehensive orientation with non-billable hours based on assignment length

Requirements:

• Current Georgia or Compact RN license (must be in hand prior to submission)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience; first-time travelers accepted
• Experience with 1:2 patient ratios in critical care settings
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above) highly preferred
• Full compliance required by the Tuesday prior to start date to ensure on-time orientation
• Availability to work major holidays as scheduled (policy applies based on number of holidays during assignment period)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced ICU nurses seeking to advance their cardiovascular critical care expertise in a supportive, team-oriented environment. You'll work alongside dedicated intensivists and a multidisciplinary care team while managing a specialized patient population that includes some of the most advanced cardiac interventions and technologies. The unit's commitment to effective communication, structured daily rounds, and reasonable nurse-to-patient ratios creates an environment where you can deliver exceptional patient care while continuing to grow professionally.