ICU RN

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 9 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 9 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a night shift RN for a Level II Trauma Center ICU requiring 2 years of ICU experience and EPIC proficiency.

Details

• 14-bed Critical Care ICU unit within a Level II Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center hospital (91 beds total)
• Patient population includes general/medical (sepsis, pneumonia, COVID, COPD, respiratory failure, kidney/liver failure, GI bleeds, DKA), cardiac (CHF, STEMI/NSTEMI, post-cath), trauma (GSW, stabbings, falls), surgical (GYN, GI, GU), and neuro (SDH, TBI, CVA, TIA, syncope) cases
• No cardiovascular surgery cases on unit
• Patient ratios range 1:1-3, with team nursing support from experienced MedSurg RNs when ratios exceed 2 patients
• 12-hour night shift schedule, , 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Schedules created in 6-week increments
• May float anywhere in the hospital within scope of practice; floating to MedSurg/Tele units or ED Boarding with MS patients follows a 1:4 ratio
• Travelers float first
• EPIC EMR required
• Uses Alaris IV pumps and Pyxis medication dispensing system

Requirements

• Active RN license (WI or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• TNCC certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• EPIC EMR experience required
• Skills required: vent/trach management, tube/drain management, chest tubes, invasive line management (art line, CVP), cardiac rhythm interpretation, surgical recovery, and medication titration (sedation, pressors, cardiac, pain, paralytics)
• Preferred skills: abdominal pressure monitoring, EVDs, CVVH, and IABP
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to a diverse ICU patient population including cardiac, trauma, surgical, and neuro cases
• Manage ventilator care, invasive lines, chest tubes, and medication titration for critically ill patients
• Unit support includes Charge RN, 1-2 CNAs per shift, bedside/centralized tele monitoring, HUC on day shift, break buddy system, and 24/7 RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage
• OT/PT/ST support available during the day
• 2-day facility and unit orientation includes access/badge setup on Day 1 and a 12-hour shift with a preceptor on Day 2
• Holiday coverage required for 1 holiday per contract
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be approved during the contract
• Scrubs must be any solid color and professional, with no graphics, logos, or designs
• Free parking provided in designated employee areas
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restrictions
• Former employees of the health system or its subsidiaries must have been separated for at least 12 months to be eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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.