Travel ICU RN - $2,841 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical ICU (MICU) position at a Magnet-designated Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring a minimum of 1.5 years of ICU experience and a MO or compact RN license.

Details

• Medical ICU (MICU) setting within a large, short-term acute care hospital (1,266 staffed beds) designated as a Magnet facility, teaching hospital, and Level I Trauma Center
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours (19:00–07:30)
• Option to work 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required within the ICU service line, including to medical-surgical areas within the ICU service line
• No on-call requirements
• Epic EMR experience required
• Block scheduling is not available
• Common procedures include pressor support, ETT, trachs, feeding tubes, chest tubes, wound care, sterile technique for line insertion, paracentesis, bedside trach placement, bronchoscopy, and phlebotomy
• Preferred experience includes CRRT, Swan-Ganz monitoring, inhaled and IV Flolan, CVVHD, proning, and MTP/Level 1 Rapid Transfuser

Requirements

• Active MO RN license or compact RN license (compact license must match permanent residence)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• BSN and CCRN preferred
• Minimum of 1.5 years of ICU experience required; MICU experience preferred
• Candidates with fewer than 2 years of total ICU experience must have Level I MICU experience
• Experience in a 20+ bed ICU is required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must pass a Relias EKG exam; interpretation and management of dysrhythmias required
• Required skills include: arterial line management, central line care/management, ventilator management, care of ventilated patients, blood product administration, titration of vasoactive and cardiac drips, ABG interpretation, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Preferred skills include: CVVHD/CRRT (specifically NxStage), Swan-Ganz/pulmonary artery line monitoring, continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade, and hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun
• Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Facial hair must allow for proper fit testing; no exceptions

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have been permanent employees of BJC or Saint Luke's must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Travelers may remain on assignment for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required before returning
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of the assignment
• Pre-start online modules are required and must be completed before the start date
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• Parking passes are available at various lots and garages near the facility; pricing and availability vary — contact facility public safety for options

American Traveler Job ID #P-734240. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.