Travel ICU RN - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Batavia, New York.

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 seeking an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week day shift contract in Rochester, NY, requiring Epic proficiency and a NY RN license in hand.

Details

• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:00), every other weekend required
• ICU setting within a community hospital environment
• Patient population ranges from young adults to elderly, with a mix of medical, surgical, and neurological cases including ventilated patients, titratable drips, and substance abuse withdrawal
• Diagnoses include cardiac, respiratory, neuro, and GI system diseases, as well as post-operative patient management
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Special procedures include A-lines, central lines, intubations, chest tubes, and open abdomens
• Glidescope experience utilized in this unit
• Epic EMR — experience required
• Floating required to med/surg unit
• Local candidates not accepted — must reside more than 75 miles from the facility

Requirements

• Active NY RN license required and must be in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS
• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required
• Experience with 1:3 patient ratios required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required (first-time travelers may be considered on a case-by-case basis)
• Required clinical skills include: arterial line and central line management, PICC line care, blood product administration, port access, IV therapy, ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP management, HFNC, suctioning (ETT and NT), fresh tracheostomy care, chest tube assist, ABG interpretation, continuous IV sedation and paralytics, vasoactive and cardiac drip titration, procedural sedation, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, 12-lead EKG acquisition, IV insulin protocols, CVA/acute stroke management, hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun, GI surgery experience, multisystem organ dysfunction management, emergency medication administration, infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, and phlebotomy

Additional Information

• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Navy and/or white scrubs required (any combination)
• RTO is limited to a maximum of 10 days for the duration of the assignment
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility must have a gap of at least 1 year before returning
• 2 professional supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration
• Candidates with foreign education should be prepared for additional verification

American Traveler Job ID #P-736923. 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.