Travel ICU RN - $2,200 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/07/2026
• 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: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring MO or compact RN licensure and 2 years of ICU experience.

Details

• Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital setting
• Patient population includes medical, surgical, and neuro ICU cases such as post-craniotomy and post-neurosurgery management
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-07:00)
• Every other weekend required
• Uses Epic EMR

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Skills required: cardiac monitoring and emergency response, IV therapy, titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, and care of ventilated patients
• Additional skills: arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, continuous IV sedation, and IV insulin protocols
• Must be clean-shaven to achieve proper mask seal for respirator fit testing
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to patients with complex cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions
• Manage dysrhythmias and multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Navy scrubs required
• Must complete OSHA Respirator Clearance prior to start
• Facility does not provide or permit personal use of CAPRs or PAPRs, with no medical or religious exemptions
• Must work 4 of 8 designated holiday dates: Thanksgiving Eve, Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, 12/26, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates living within 70 miles of the facility are considered local and are not eligible for this position
• Clinicians may not work more than 1 consecutive year as a traveler and must take a 6-month break before returning

American Traveler Job ID #P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.