Travel Burn ICU RN - $2,044 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Burn ICU for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Burn ICU
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/23/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 23, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Burn ICU (BICU) position in Indianapolis, IN, caring for adult and pediatric burn trauma patients on a 12-week night shift contract.

Details

• Burn ICU setting within a hospital environment, caring for both adult and pediatric burn trauma patients
• Patient conditions include flame, scald, electrical, and chemical burns, inhalation injuries, necrotic ischemia, and necrotizing fasciitis throughout the continuum of care
• Primary RN Care model with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio for critical care patients
• 1:1 nursing care support provided for burn trauma code 1 admissions and high-acuity or post-operative patients
• Specialized procedures include invasive hemodynamic monitoring (at least Q1hr), IV drip titration, nurse-driven burn fluid resuscitation (Parkland formula), ventilator management, CVVH, Q1hr pulse and flap doppler checks, initial debridement and dressing changes, conscious sedation, surgical recovery, and epidural pump management
• Night shift: 19:00–07:30
• 12-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license in Indiana or a valid Compact RN license
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS — all must be AHA-issued
• NIH Stroke Scale certification required (Group A updated yearly; Groups B–F updated every 2 years)
• Nursys license verification required within 30 days prior to start
• Must possess a US Social Security Number and provide a US home address
• Two professional references required
• Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
• Skills checklist required for consideration

Additional Information

• Delivers primary RN care to critically ill adult and pediatric burn trauma surgical patients
• Local candidates are accepted; however, a radius rule applies and may result in a reduced pay rate — contact your recruiter for details
• COVID vaccination is not required for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-714408. 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.