Travel ICU/Stepdown Registered Nurse - $1,840 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Beaufort, South Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/16/2026 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: Sep 16, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown/PCU RN for a night shift ICU role requiring 2 years of PCU/stepdown/ICU experience and frequent floating between Stepdown, ICU, and MedSurg units. Details Stepdown unit with frequent floating to ICU and MedSurg units 21-bed unit Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00-07:00 Patient ratios: Stepdown 1:4-5, ICU 1:2, MedSurg 1:5-6 Manages non-titrating drips including Amiodarone, NTG, Cardizem, Lopressor, and Cardene Cares for vascular patients including fem-pop and CEA procedures Manages NSTEMI and post-cardiac catheterization with intervention patients Provides care for CIWA patients receiving IVP Ativan Manages peritoneal dialysis patients Manages stable BiPAP patients Manages heated high-flow patients at less than 80% Manages home ventilator patients (Trilogy) Performs wound care and nebulizer treatments Hemodialysis performed in the Dialysis Department Uses Meditech EMR Every Wednesday orientation required Every other weekend (EOW) required Floating required across Stepdown, ICU, and MedSurg units Requirements Active SC or compact RN license required at time of submission Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Minimum 2 years of PCU/stepdown/ICU experience required ICU experience required for consideration Meditech charting experience preferred Community hospital experience preferred Previous charge experience preferred Skills required: IV therapy/phlebotomy, central line and PICC line care/management, blood product administration, BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube management, tracheostomy care, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and wound care/wound vac Experience with pacemakers, post cardiac angiogram, and pre/post cardiac cath care required Experience with CVA, seizure disorders, and substance withdrawal management required Experience with renal failure and pre/post hemodialysis management required Additional Information Must be comfortable floating frequently between Stepdown, ICU, and MedSurg units Royal blue and white scrubs required Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for the travel position Expected to work some holidays and weekends in rotation with staff Previous employees must have been gone for at least 1 year and in good standing at time of departure to be considered Minimal to no RTO approved, especially during the first weeks of the assignment American Traveler Job ID P-730055. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.