Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,950 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 27, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a night shift travel contract in Denver, CO, requiring a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience and active CO or compact RN license.

Details

• 21-bed ICU located in a Magnet-designated community hospital in Denver, CO
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Patient ratio is 2:1 (standard ICU), 3:1 for step-down status patients, or 1:1 for very high acuity patients
• Hospira IV pumps used on the unit
• EMR: Meditech
• Common procedures include intubation, central line insertion, bronchoscopy, endoscopy, vasopressor IV drip titration, and ventilator management
• Patient population includes sepsis, arrhythmias, and med/surg critical care patients
• Required to work every 3rd weekend
• One major winter holiday required
• Self-scheduling available
• Float to Telemetry and other HealthONE system hospitals required

Requirements

• Active CO or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; no certifications expiring within the first 30 days of start)
• Minimum 2 years of clinical ICU experience required
• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care hospital ICU experience in the specialty
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration — no Canadian SSN accepted
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• An Intensivist is present in the ICU 24/7
• Unit is staffed with a charge nurse (no patient assignment) plus 6–8 nurses per shift
• Cardiac experience and CRRT experience are preferred
• Team-oriented candidates with a positive attitude are the best fit for this unit
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• 13-week contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-723098. 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.

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