Travel ICU RN - $2,203 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 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: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level 1 Trauma Surgical ICU, requiring 2 years of general ICU experience and a MO or Compact RN license. Details Surgical ICU setting within a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital Patient population includes trauma, burns, sepsis, multi-system organ failure, ARDS, and post-surgical cases such as AAA repair, carotid endarterectomy, and fem-pop bypass Patient ratio of 1:2 Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30) 36 or 48 hour contracts available Floating required to Adult MS Cluster and other units as needed, including Patient Observer/sitter duties Cerner charting system preferred Requirements Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration BLS and ACLS certifications required CCRN and PALS certifications preferred 2 years of general ICU experience required Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred Previous charge nurse experience preferred Skills required include IV therapy, central line care, arterial line management, blood product administration, ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and cardiac drip titration Experience with EVD, ICP monitoring, and care of neurosurgical and spinal cord injury patients required Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing over 20 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to surgical ICU trauma patients with complex, high-acuity needs Required to work 50% of holidays falling within the contract Maximum 10 days RTO, with none available during the first week due to orientation Must be able to work assigned weekends, take call, and work during inclement weather Facility operates 24/7, 365 days a year, with routine exposure to contagious illnesses Local candidates are accepted, though those local to the facility are not eligible for contract extensions Candidates residing within 50 miles are not eligible to apply; those 51-74 miles away may be offered the local rate First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-768337. 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.