American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Boise, Idaho.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/17/2025
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a night shift ICU position in an acute care setting requiring ICU experience and an active ID or compact RN license.
Responsibilities
- Work in a combined Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) and Surgical ICU (SICU) within an acute care hospital
- Unit has a total of 32 beds, split between MICU (16 beds) and SICU (16 beds), including neuro ICU patients
- Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:1 or 1:2
- Common patient diagnoses include CABG, stroke, hemorrhage, septic shock, respiratory failure, DKA, and post-surgical cases
- Care involves titration of drips such as dopamine, epinephrine, norepinephrine, vasopressin, diltiazem, insulin, esmolol, and others
- Uses Epic EMR; experience with Epic preferred
- Requires night shifts, 12 hours (7:00 pm - 7:00 am), with every other weekend required
- Floating to other ICUs within the health system and serving as a 1:1 sitter outside ICU as needed
- No designated scrub color or dress code requirements
- No on-call or standby required
- RNs are responsible for interpretation of telemetry/monitor strips on Spacelabs monitors
- Charge and resource nurses provide on-unit support; nurse aides and respiratory therapists present 24/7
- Team includes hospitalists, intensivists, and 24/7 respiratory therapy coverage
- Assignment-specific orientation is provided over 1-2 shifts
- Holiday coverage is required as needed, with scheduling efforts to accommodate requests when possible
- No blocked or special requests for scheduling are permitted
- Permanent employees must be separated for one year before acceptance as a traveler
- May be required to float to other nearby hospitals within the health system
Requirements
- Active ID or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (copies of certifications must be provided)
- Minimum of 2 years of ICU nursing experience required
- Experience titrating critical care drips required
- Must provide two professional references: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
- Driver's license must be provided
- Must reside outside a 50-mile radius from the facility; local candidates not accepted
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-630194. 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.
