Travel ICU RN - $1,765 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Mayfield Heights, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/28/2026
• Duration: 18 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 28, 2026
• Length: 18 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a day shift travel contract at a hospital in the Cleveland, OH area, requiring a minimum of 18 months of permanent ICU experience and an active Ohio or compact RN license.

Details

• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
• 13-week contract
• Critical care/ICU unit setting

Requirements

• Active OH RN license or active compact state RN license currently in hand
• Active AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required (must be in hand; nothing pending accepted)
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 18 months of permanent (non-travel) ICU experience required
• One reference from a manager, ANM, supervisor, or director in the ICU specialty from an assignment worked within the past 12 months is required for consideration
• A valid driver's license and Social Security card are required for consideration
• No open background check cases; facility does not accept any license hits

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• BCI/FBI fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of signing a contract
• ECG rhythm recognition and safeMedicate assessments are required during orientation; candidates have a maximum of 2 attempts to pass each
• PBDS Assessment is waived
• Nurses are exempt from the facility's nicotine-free requirement (exemption is temporary and honored until further notice)
• Pre-start online modules are required and average 6–15 hours in total
• Permanent and per diem employees of Cleveland Clinic cannot return to a Cleveland Clinic facility as a traveler until at least 1 year after their previous end date
• All requested time off must be disclosed prior to or during the interview process
• A traveler may only hold one active assignment within the Cleveland Clinic Health System at a time

American Traveler Job ID #P-736080. 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.