Travel SICU Registered Nurse - $2,398 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: 08/03/2026
• 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 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU (SICU) position at a Level 2 trauma center, requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and night shift availability.

Details

• Work in a 16-bed SICU (plus 2 procedural beds) within an acute care hospital setting that serves as a tertiary care center
• Level 2 trauma center serving a diverse surgical ICU population including cardiovascular surgery (CABG, AVR, MVR, AAA), traumas, NSTEMI/STEMI, vascular surgery, neurosurgery, general surgery, ortho surgery, and ENT surgery
• 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 and document their own telemetry rhythm strips using GE monitors (no telemetry techs on unit)
• RT is available 24/7 with full respiratory equipment including vents, BiPAP, and Vapotherm
• Intensivist is in-house 24/7
• Charting system is Cerner (transitioning to Epic)
• 12-hour night shifts (1900–0730)
• Every other weekend required (more if willing)
• If not needed in SICU, may float to MICU or serve as a patient observer within the hospital
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license required by start date
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and NIHSS — all must be active
• Preferred certification: TNCC
• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required, with experience in high-acuity surgical ICU patient populations
• Experience with drip titration required
• Two professional references required: 1 supervisor reference from within the last 12 months of relevant experience, and 1 peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years of relevant experience

Additional Information

• All RNs care for POD 1 heart patients; immediate post-op heart patients are cared for 1:1 by specifically trained nurses
• Experience with CRRT, IABP, Impella, and ECMO is not required but is strongly preferred
• A charge nurse is present on every shift and typically does not take a patient assignment; a nursing house supervisor is available 24/7
• One nursing assistant is available for the entire unit on day shift; NA coverage is not typical on night shifts
• Orientation consists of one day of system onboarding/CBT, followed by two orientation shifts on the unit, plus completion of a skills checklist
• No specific scrub color required; clean and professional attire is expected
• Every other holiday required (more if willing)
• 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
• Candidates residing within 80 miles of the facility are considered local
• RTO requests will be accommodated as much as possible while meeting unit staffing needs

American Traveler Job ID #P-730479. 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.