Travel ICU RN - $2,395 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: 11/09/2026 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: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position requiring NM or compact RN license and ICU-specific critical care skills. Details Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with a mix of neuro and surgical ICU patients Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours from 18:30 to 7:00, with option of 36 or 48 hours per week Patient ratio of 1:2 Weekend shifts required May float to Med-Surg, Stepdown, PCU, ER, or CVICU with a cap of 4 patients while floating Brief unit orientation provided prior to floating assignments Requirements Active NM or compact RN license required (must be obtained prior to start if pending) BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Minimum 1.5-2 years of ICU nursing experience required Experience with IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line and PICC line care Ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and ABG interpretation skills required Experience managing patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure Skilled in cardiac and vasoactive drip titration, continuous IV sedation, and procedural sedation monitoring Experience with CVA/acute stroke management required EVD, ICP monitoring, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, and post neurosurgery management skills preferred Epic charting experience preferred Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to ICU patients including neuro and surgical cases Perform infection prevention practices including isolation precautions and PPE use Manage patients with cardiac dysrhythmias and endocrine/metabolic conditions such as IV insulin protocols Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position Former staff must wait at least one year before returning as a traveler First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-746903. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.