Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,182 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Grinnell, Iowa.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for an ICU position in Grinnell, IA, requiring at least 24 months of recent ICU experience, active EPIC proficiency, and current travel experience.

Details

• Small critical care unit with 5 ICU beds and 3 stepdown beds
• Patient population includes ventilated patients, BiPAP, AirVO, bariatric surgery, and general surgery cases
• Common drips include propofol, norepinephrine (Levophed), diltiazem, insulin, and heparin
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2, occasionally 1:3 depending on overflow
• Floating may be required between the ICU, stepdown, and a 23-bed Med/Surg unit; candidates should be comfortable caring for 3–5 patients
• Med/Surg unit patient population includes bariatric surgery, orthopedic, and general med/surg patients, with heparin drips
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (7:00 AM start), 36 hours per week
• Every third weekend required
• Holiday rotation required
• No on-call responsibilities
• EMR: Epic (experience required)

Requirements

• Active IA RN license or compact/multistate RN license required
• Minimum 24 months of recent, current ICU/intensive care experience required
• Current travel nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Med/Surg experience strongly encouraged due to floating between ICU, stepdown, and Med/Surg
• Active certifications required: BLS (AHA or ARC), ACLS (AHA or ARC), PALS (AHA or ARC), and TNCC
• NIHSS certification preferred; may be obtained during onboarding
• Driver's license required
• Supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference from within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to ICU and stepdown patients, including management of complex drips and ventilated patients
• Candidates who have worked at this facility within the past 12 months may not be eligible for consideration
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible to apply
• NIHSS certification is preferred but can be obtained during onboarding if not already active

American Traveler Job ID #P-706201. 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.