Travel Surgical ICU Registered Nurse - $2,434 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Marshfield, Wisconsin.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week Surgical ICU travel contract at a Level II Trauma Center in Wisconsin, requiring ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications and a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience.

Details

• Position is in a 16-bed SICU (plus 2 procedural beds) within an acute care hospital serving as a tertiary care center
• Level II Trauma Center caring for high-acuity surgical patients including cardiovascular surgery (CABG, AVR, MVR, AAA), vascular surgery, neurosurgery, general surgery, ortho, ENT, and trauma patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:2 standard, 1:1 for higher acuity patients (e.g., CRRT, immediate post-op hearts, MTP, OPO), and 1:3 for med-surg/floor-status patients
• RNs are required to titrate drips including epi, norepi, propofol, precedex, vasopressin, dobutamine, heparin, insulin, dopamine, neo, and milrinone
• RNs monitor their own patients' telemetry and read and document rhythm strips using GE monitors
• Respiratory therapy equipment in use includes ventilators, BiPAP, vapotherm, and others; RT is available in the ICU 24/7
• Charting is performed in Cerner (transitioning to Epic)
• 12-hour night shifts, 1900–0730
• Every other weekend required, with additional weekend shifts welcomed if available
• Every other holiday required
• Floating may be required to the MICU or to a patient observer role within the hospital if census is low

Requirements

• Active WI RN license or compact RN license (must be active by start date)
• Required certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), and NIHSS — all must be active
• TNCC preferred but not required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU RN experience required
• Experience with high-acuity surgical and cardiovascular ICU patient populations required
• Experience with CRRT, IABP, Impella, and ECMO is not required but strongly preferred
• Two professional references required for consideration: one from a supervisor within the last 12 months of relevant experience, and one from a peer or supervisor within the last 3 years of relevant specialty experience

Additional Information

• All nurses care for POD 1 heart patients; immediate post-op heart patients are cared for 1:1 by specifically trained nurses
• A charge nurse is present on every shift and typically does not carry a patient assignment, though may based on census; a Nursing House Supervisor is available 24/7
• One nursing aide is available for the entire unit on day shift; NA coverage is not typical on nights
• Orientation consists of one day of system onboarding/CBT, followed by two unit orientation shifts; a skills checklist must be completed
• No specific scrub color is required — clean and professional attire is expected
• Candidates who have previously worked for this health system as permanent staff must have an end date at least 6 months prior to their consideration date, and hospital approval is required
• Candidates residing within 80 miles of the facility are considered local, which may affect the travel pay rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-713950. 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 - Surgical 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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