Travel LTAC ICU RN - $2,977 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Hazard, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for an LTAC ICU position requiring 2+ years of current LTACH experience and a KY or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the LTAC ICU unit of a long-term acute care hospital
• Patient ratios of 1:4 to 1:5
• Uses Meditech EMR
• Night shift schedule rotating between 3x12 and 4x12 hour shifts (19:00-7:30)
• 84 hours per two-week pay period on a 36/48 rotating schedule
• Every other weekend required
• Blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated

Requirements

• Active KY or compact RN license in hand required at time of consideration
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of current LTACH experience required
• MS/Tele or ICU experience preferred
• Community hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required
• Skilled in ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and mechanical ventilation weaning
• Skilled in arterial line management, femoral popliteal bypass care, and vent training for home preferred
• Two professional references required, including one Charge or higher and one supervisor reference, both completed within the last year
• Driver's license required, with address matching permanent address

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive ICU-level care within an LTAC setting, including ventilator management, cardiac monitoring, and complex wound care
• Manage patients with conditions such as ARDS, sepsis, CHF, GI bleeds, CVA, and renal failure
• Administer IV therapies including antiarrhythmics, vasopressors, thrombolytics, and continuous IV sedation
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates not accepted
• Up to 7 days of RTO considered, must be requested upfront with no changes accepted
• Must work either a major or minor holiday for every holiday period
• Traveler pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit
• Assignment confirmation must be signed within 24 hours of an offer
• Returning travelers must take a minimum 6-month break after working one year before becoming eligible to return

American Traveler Job ID #P-735281. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.