Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,930 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Corpus Christi, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a CVICU position in Corpus Christi, TX, requiring at least 1 year of ICU experience and active TX or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Located in a hospital setting on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the ICU unit
• 24-bed CVICU with a staff of approximately 50
• Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2
• Cardiovascular and critical care patient population
• Equipment used includes ventilators, Swan-Ganz catheters, Impella devices, and intra-aortic balloon pumps
• Procedures performed include intubation, central line management, bronchoscopy, EVD/ICP monitoring, Swan catheter management, pacers, and bolts
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract
• Every other weekend required
• May be placed on call if not needed for a scheduled shift, limited to that shift only — no additional on-call expectations
• Floating to the Doctor's ICU may be required

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required for CVICU RNs
• Minimum 1 year of recent ICU experience required
• Level 1 or 2 trauma experience preferred
• CV surgery experience preferred
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Excellent customer service skills are a strong fit for this unit's culture

American Traveler Job ID #P-724779. 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.