Travel ICU RN - $1,799 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Topeka, Kansas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/23/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 23, 2026 Length: 12 weeks Openings: 3 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position requiring cardiac care skills and management of ventilated patients on multiple drip titrations. Details ICU night shift position, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-07:00) Cardiac patient population within a Surgical Intensive Care Unit Patient ratio of 1:2 Must be able to manage two ventilated patients while multitasking multiple drip titrations Every other weekend required Epic charting system preferred Floating to like units within scope as needed, with brief orientation provided Requirements Active KS or Compact RN license required at time of consideration BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; CPI and TNCC preferred Minimum 2 years of RN experience, including 1 year of current dedicated ICU experience within the past 2-3 years Trauma Level II experience preferred Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, and blood product administration Proficient in ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and airway suctioning Experience with cardiac drip titration and vasoactive drip management required Experience with CVVHD/CRRT and acute/chronic renal failure management Experience managing dysrhythmias and multisystem organ dysfunction Continuous IV sedation experience required; procedural sedation monitoring preferred Cardiovascular experience with CABG, Impella, IABP, TAVR, and valve repair/replacement preferred Experience with post cardiac surgery care, pre/post cath intervention, and sheath removal preferred Experience with Swan Ganz and FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring preferred Familiarity with CVA/acute stroke management and hypothermia protocols preferred Knowledge of infection prevention, isolation precautions, and IV insulin protocols Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to cardiac and post-surgical ICU patients, including management of complex drip titrations and ventilator support First-time travelers are welcome to apply Travel pairs or groups will not be accepted Former staff must be separated from permanent employment for at least one year before returning as a traveler Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility, as local candidates are not accepted No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation American Traveler Job ID P-749655. 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.