Travel RN - ICU

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU/PCU Float position requiring Epic proficiency and the ability to work across all ICU and PCU units in a Level I Trauma Center.

Details

• Float position covering all ICU and PCU units within an acute care teaching hospital
• Large, 703-bed Level I Trauma Center (Adult & Pediatric) with Magnet designation for nursing excellence
• Advanced specialty care environment affiliated with a medical school and certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center
• ICU patient ratio averages 2:1; PCU patient ratio averages 5:1
• Clinical skills required include arterial line management, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, IV initiation and maintenance
• Respiratory support responsibilities include BiPAP/CPAP management and ventilated patient care
• Medication administration includes continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Wound care includes surgical wounds with drains and wound vacs
• Cardiac monitoring duties include dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• IV insulin protocol adherence required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• Staffing needs are re-evaluated every 4 hours, meaning travelers may float 2–3 times per shift
• One holiday shift required per 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active Virginia state RN license or Compact RN license required; pending license accepted only for candidates holding a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• ICU clinical experience required
• Experience at a large Level I or Level II facility required
• 2+ years of RN experience preferred
• Proficiency in Epic EMR required
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Valid driver's license and Social Security card copies required for consideration

Additional Information

• Must be comfortable working across all ICU and PCU units, as floating is a regular expectation of this role
• All RTO, block scheduling, and special scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of application
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted for this position