American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/27/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift ICU position requiring 2+ years ICU and stepdown experience, with BLS and ACLS certifications.
Responsibilities
- Work in a hospital ICU with a 12-bed unit
- Patient population includes cardiac arrest, COVID-positive, PUI, CVA post t-PA, nonthreatening bleeds, sepsis, DKA, and intubated patients post RRTs and MSETs
- Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2
- Night shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 12-hour shifts
- Weekend requirement is every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday
- Self-scheduling and block scheduling available, 6 weeks at a time
- Floating may be required to PCU, 6B, and medical boarders
- Required to work 1 major and 1 minor holiday
- No on-call requirement
- Unit utilizes Vents, BiPap, Cpap, High Flow oxygen equipment, Artic Sun, CRRT, and EKOS systems
- RNs are required to read and interpret EKG strips
- No tele/monitor techs for critical care unit patients
- Clinical Technicians provide support with vital signs, EKGs, IV starts, Foley insertion, and Accuchecks
- Charge nurse or nurse supervisor present each shift; charge nurse only takes assignment when necessary
- Unit/department orientation includes 3 precepted shifts
- Scrub color is Navy Blue
- Respiratory Therapy available 24/7
- First time travelers are welcomed
Requirements
- Active VA or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience with some stepdown experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- NIHSS, CRRT, and CCRN certifications preferred but not required
- Ability to titrate drips and troubleshoot advanced respiratory support equipment
- Competency in reading and interpreting EKG strips
- Experience managing intubated and complex critical care patients
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-626773. 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
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.
