Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,725 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

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: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an ICU position in New Mexico, open to first-time travelers, with a night shift schedule and a 1:2 patient ratio.

Details

• ICU setting within an acute care hospital
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Night shift schedule, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM (3x12-hour shifts)
• Option to work 36 or 48 hours per week
• Weekend availability required
• Floating to other units required
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NM RN license required (pending NM license accepted)
• Compact RN license accepted
• Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required
• Current BLS certification required

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year before being eligible as a traveler
• No travel pairs or groups accepted
• Up to 3 days of RTO may be approved; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-728957. 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.