Travel ICU RN - $2,038 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an ICU/PCU Float position requiring comfort working across all ICU and PCU units at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital.

Details

• Float role covering all ICU and PCU units within an acute care teaching hospital
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 6:45am-7:15pm
• Staffing needs reassessed every 4 hours, with potential to float 2-3 times per shift
• Weekend requirement of either every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week block
• Required to work at least one holiday per 13-week contract, with 2 holidays required during winter holiday periods
• PCU average patient ratio of 5:1 and ICU average patient ratio of 2:1
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active Virginia State or Compact RN license required (single-state license from non-compact state accepted pending)
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required; CPI certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience preferred
• Experience at a large Level I or Level II trauma facility required
• Required skills: arterial line management, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, and IV initiation and maintenance
• Required skills: BiPAP/CPAP management and care of ventilated patients
• Required skills: continuous IV sedation, emergency medication administration, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Required skills: dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Required skills: IV insulin protocol adherence
• Experience with surgical wound care including drains and wound vacs required
• Epic EMR experience required

Additional Information

• Work within a 703-bed acute care teaching hospital that is the region's only Level I Trauma Center for adults and pediatrics
• Facility is Magnet-designated for nursing excellence and affiliated with a medical school
• Facility is certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center
• Prior charge nurse experience preferred
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Previous travel experience not required
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted in advance
• Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2-week period
• Previous employees (per diem or permanent) must have a minimum one-year gap before returning as a traveler
• Travelers who have worked 365 days on assignment are not eligible to return, subject to case-by-case exceptions
• Local candidates within 100 miles of the facility are generally not accepted, though limited exceptions may apply for inpatient RN roles

American Traveler Job ID #P-738035. 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.