Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,366 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Diagnostic Lab (CDL) ICU position at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 3 years of cardiac or ICU nursing experience and active ACLS and BLS certifications.

Details

• Cardiac Diagnostic Lab (CDL) setting within a large, short-term acute care hospital (1,273 staffed beds) — a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching facility
• Performs a variety of cardiac testing procedures, including administering echocardiogram image enhancement contrast for cardiac sonographers
• Fast-paced inpatient and outpatient environment
• Schedule is four 10-hour shifts per week (M–F, 7:00–17:30) with one rotating day off
• Occasional Saturday rotation approximately once every 5–6 weeks (7:30–16:00), with an additional day off that same week
• The CDL is closed on Sundays and major holidays
• No on-call requirements
• No floating required
• Charting via Epic (experience required)

Requirements

• Active MO RN license or compact RN license required; pending IL license may be accepted for IL-based candidates
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience in cardiac step-down, ICU, or a cardiac procedural area
• Strong assessment and IV skills required
• Previous cardiac stress testing experience preferred
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include performing cardiac diagnostic testing and administering contrast agents in support of cardiac sonographers
• Must be available for a fair rotation of pre- and post-holiday coverage dates
• Unscheduled call-ins may be required to be made up within the same week at the manager's discretion
• Navy scrubs required
• RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Travelers may remain at this health system for up to 18 months, after which a 3-month break in service is required
• Former permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any facility within this health system as a traveler
• Daily parking fees apply for day shift workers; no charge for night shift parking

American Traveler Job ID #P-715809. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 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.

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