Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,218 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• 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 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an ICU position in Lake Havasu City, AZ, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and prior travel nursing experience.

Details

• Night shift position, 7PM–7AM, 3x12-hour shifts per week
• 16-bed blended ICU/CVICU unit within a 171-bed community hospital and regional referral center
• Adult and geriatric patient population
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Common diagnoses and treatments include STEMI, NSTEMI, COPD exacerbation, sepsis, CABG, valve repair/replacement, acute respiratory failure, A-fib RVR, ETOH withdrawal, head injury, overdose, stroke, trauma, CRRT, TCAR, and TVAR
• Baxter infusion pumps utilized on the unit
• Medhost EHR system in use
• Every other weekend requirement
• On-call responsibilities required
• Floating may be required to the Intermediate Care Unit (as primary RN) and the ED for admitted patients holding, on an as-needed basis
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active AZ RN license or compact RN license required
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• SSN and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• CVICU experience is a plus but not required
• Facility is Joint Commission accredited, Level III Trauma Center, and a Certified Chest Pain Center
• Orientation is provided on a weekly basis
• Travelers are permitted one call-out per contract; a second call-out requires documentation and is reviewed on a case-by-case basis
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate
• Candidates must not have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months
• Candidates may not be employed full-time elsewhere during the assignment
• Located in Lake Havasu City, AZ — approximately 2.5 hours from Las Vegas, 3.25 hours from Phoenix, 3.5 hours from the Grand Canyon, and 5 hours from Los Angeles or San Diego

American Traveler Job ID #P-713533. 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.

Why Vivian Health?

Be sure to apply via Vivian Health to increase your chances of landing your perfect job. Just complete your Vivian Health profileonce, and get access to thousands of opportunities across the country. Then keep up to date with your job application process and conversations with our easy to use app.