Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,110 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• 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: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with strong neuro experience for a 13-week night shift travel assignment in Chesapeake, VA, requiring VA or Compact licensure and Epic proficiency.

Details

• 13-week contract in a hospital ICU setting
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) or 4x12-hour shifts available
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required within the contract period
• Patient ratio of 1:2–3
• Patient population includes neurosurgical, post-stroke, respiratory failure, renal failure, post-surgical, trauma, sepsis/MODS, heart failure, and post-cardiac cath cases
• Required skills include post-neurosurgical care, EVD management, stroke care, mechanical ventilation, IV drip titration, telemetry monitoring, conscious sedation, and dysrhythmia/emergency management
• Floating required to Stepdown Unit; may also float to ED/MedSurg to care for ICU patients being held in those areas
• Epic EMR — proficiency required, no exceptions

Requirements

• Active VA or Compact RN license currently in hand — no exceptions
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Strong neuro experience required, including post-neurosurgical care, EVD, and stroke
• Critical care experience preferred (3 years); strong candidates with less experience will be considered
• Travel nursing experience preferred
• Epic EMR proficiency required
• Clean license and background required — no prior hits will be considered
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; a Driver's License must be provided for address verification prior to any offer acceptance
• Two professional references required for consideration
• A copy of Driver's License and Social Security Card are required for consideration

Additional Information

• Position is located in Chesapeake, VA — part of the 'Coastal Virginia' area, minutes from Virginia Beach and Norfolk
• Strong neuro experience is a primary requirement and heavily weighted in candidate selection
• Candidates with any license or background hits will not be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-714823. 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.

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