Travel ICU RN - $2,110 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• 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 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and required Epic proficiency for a night shift travel assignment at a Level 3 Trauma Center in Oklahoma.

Details

• Work setting is an ICU within an acute care hospital, Level 3 Trauma Center with 171 staffed beds
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:30–07:00
• Standard patient ratio is 1:2, with occasional 1:3
• Epic EMR is used for charting and experience is required within the past year
• Float requirement to Med Surg (1:5) or ER depending on census
• Weekend requirement: 3 weekend shifts per 6-week period
• No on-call responsibilities
• Block scheduling and special scheduling requests are not permitted
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers

Requirements

• Valid Oklahoma or Compact RN license required — no pending licenses accepted
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Epic charting experience required within the past year — this is a hard requirement with no exceptions
• Minimum of one (1) successful travel assignment required with no performance or attendance issues — first-time travelers will not be considered
• Proficiency with arterial line management, central line care and management, and hemodynamic monitoring
• Experience with ventilator management, CRRT, and care of complex cardiac patients (including CABG)
• Ability to manage multiple IV drips including vasoactive and cardiac drips, and heparin infusions
• Skills in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias and ABGs
• Experience with CVA/acute stroke management
• No previous employment at this facility as a traveler or permanent employee (return travelers must disclose prior placement)

Additional Information

• Common diagnoses and procedures include CRRT, cardiac surgery/CABG, hemodynamic monitoring, respiratory failure with vent management, DKA, altered mental status, and management of multiple drips
• Additional procedures performed on the unit include central line setup and management, arterial line management, and CVP monitoring
• Preferred skills include Impella, IABP, post cardiac surgery care, pre/post cardiac cath/intervention, and Pulmonary Artery/Swan-Ganz monitoring
• The facility enforces a zero-fault attendance policy — any missed scheduled shift, regardless of reason, counts as unexcused; 2 missed shifts result in a warning and 3 may result in cancellation
• RTO is capped at 5 days for the 13-week assignment; no holiday RTO is permitted, and no additional RTO will be approved after acceptance
• No RTO on or around major holidays (day before, day of, and day after)
• Pre-start orientation modules are required and must be completed before the start date (approximately 3–4 hours, non-paid)
• A manager-level reference (Manager or Unit Supervisor — no Charge RNs) from within the past year in a relevant specialty is required for consideration
• Scrub color varies by unit
• Free parking is available

American Traveler Job ID #P-735417. 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.