ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Athens, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 8 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for an ICU night shift position requiring 2 years of ICU experience and prior travel nursing experience.

Details

• Work in a 10-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Night shift schedule (3x12 or 4x12), 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Block schedule approved
• Patient ratio of 1:2 to 1:3
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active TX or Compact RN license required in hand at time of submission
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS (NIHSS and TNCC preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic charting system experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, central/PICC/arterial line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, and ABG interpretation
• Skilled in cardiac drip titration, dysrhythmia management, and cardiac monitoring
• Experience with CVA/acute stroke management and multisystem organ dysfunction care

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to ICU patients including ventilated and hemodynamically unstable patients
• Must complete core onboarding items and labs within 48 hours of contract signing
• Onsite orientation includes non-billable modules (RN average 4-6 hours)
• Candidates residing in Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, or Morris counties will not be considered
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility will not be considered
• Former staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• No travel pairs or groups accepted
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is allowed during the first week of orientation
• All RTO must be listed at time of submission
• First-time travelers may be considered based on experience

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.