Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,941 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Travel RN for an ICU position on night shift, requiring at least 1 year of recent acute care ICU experience and a CO or compact RN license.

Details

• Level III trauma hospital ICU (transitioning to Level II trauma this year) with two pods spanning 28 beds
• Cares for neuro surgical, trauma, cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, and ETOH/drug withdrawal patients, including all ventilated patients
• Typical patient ratios of 1:2, ranging from 1:1 to 1:3 depending on acuity
• Uses Pyxis, Plum Pump IVs, GE bedside monitors, Nellcor, Arctic Sun, and Sub-Zero equipment
• Charts in Meditech EMR
• Night shift schedule from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM
• 13-week assignment length
• Critical care tech support staffed 6 days a week

Requirements

• Active RN license (CO state or compact) required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum of 1 year current acute care hospital ICU experience required
• TNCC certification preferred
• Meditech EMR experience preferred
• No gaps in work history equaling 90 days or more in the past 12 months
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration (no Canadian SSN accepted)
• One professional reference required

Additional Information

• Join a welcoming ICU team with a wide range of experience levels, including staff with 20+ years of tenure
• Work alongside 24/7 Intensivist coverage known for being patient, collaborative, and respectful of staff
• Facility recently expanded with a new 12-bed ICU pod to support a total capacity of 28 ICU patients
• Average facility census ranges from 100-125 patients
• Best fit for candidates who are flexible, team-oriented, and patient-centered
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-733849. 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.