American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Silverdale, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/03/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU Float RN with active WA or compact license, ICU experience, and required certifications including ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.
Responsibilities
- Position is in an acute care hospital setting as part of the ICU Nursing Float pool
- Float to ICU, ED boarders (inpatients only), all MedSurg units, and Observation unit
- Patient ratios are 1:1–1:2 for ICU, 1:3–1:4 for PCU or ED, and 1:5–1:6 for lower acuity MedSurg
- Cares for a wide range of diagnoses, depending on unit assignment
- Handles titratable drips including sedation, vasoactive medications, and paralytics in ED, Critical Care, and PCU
- Uses Epic EMR; experience preferred
- Day shifts, 12 hours, with every other weekend required and potential for every weekend
- No call or standby required
- Professional scrubs of any color required
- Responsibilities include providing care to patients in multiple units based on daily staffing needs
- Charge nurse or house supervisor present on each unit
- Nurse aids are present on most units, depending on staffing
- RT equipment such as vents, CPAP, and BiPAP available on units
- Must be able to advocate for own skill set if assigned unfamiliar tasks
- One day of onboarding with manager and two shifts of orientation with float pool member provided
- Holiday coverage is required as part of the assignment
- Dress code includes scrubs of any color or business casual for training
- May not have been employed by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year
Requirements
- Active WA or compact RN license required at time of consideration
- Minimum two years of recent ICU experience required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Experience with Swans, IABP, and Impella devices required
- Must be able to float to MedSurg and take a full assignment
- Must be able to titrate IV drips as required per unit
- Ability to read telemetry strips is required
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
- Two references required: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor reference from within the last three years, both including dates of employment and rehire eligibility
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-623195. 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 - ICU Float
About American Traveler
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.
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.
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.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
