Travel Critical Care Float RN - $2,110 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Newport News, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Critical Care Float Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/14/2026 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: Sep 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Critical Care Float position requiring 2 years of ICU experience and a VA or compact RN license. Details Float across multiple Critical Care Units including SICU, MICU, CCU, and Oncology ICU Three 18-bed ICUs and one 6-bed Oncology ICU Surgical ICU cares for trauma, surgical complications, Neuro (TNK), and open-heart surgery patients Medical ICU cares for critically ill patients with exacerbated medical comorbidities Cardiac Care Unit cares for patients requiring monitoring after cardiac procedures Oncology ICU cares for critically ill oncology patients and those requiring chemo inductions All ICU units also care for DKA, ETOH withdrawal, and other patients requiring increased level of care Night shift, 3x12-hour schedule from 19:00 to 07:00 Every other weekend required, including Saturday and Sunday May be required to work if a holiday falls during the assignment Flexible scheduling preferred Floating may be requested based on facility needs Uses EPIC for charting Requirements Active VA RN license or compact RN license required in hand Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required Specialty experience required within the last year BLS and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferred ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications must be through the American Heart Association (AHA) EPIC charting experience required NIH and stroke education required Trauma Level I experience preferred Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration Skilled in ventilator management, suctioning, and BiPAP/CPAP management Skilled in CVVHD/CRRT and management of acute/chronic renal failure Skilled in titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, continuous IV sedation, and procedural sedation monitoring Skilled in CVA/acute stroke management, ICP monitoring, EVD, and post-neurosurgery care Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias Skilled in IV insulin protocols and management of multisystem organ dysfunction/failure Experience with post cardiac surgery care and pre/post cardiac catheterization preferred Experience with ECMO, IABP, and TAVR preferred Social Security Number required at time of consideration Additional Information Provide critical care nursing across multiple ICU specialties based on facility staffing needs Local candidates accepted at the same base rate Prior permanent employees must have separated from employment for at least 6 months before being eligible to travel Candidates currently on a per diem contract with the facility must choose between travel or per diem, as simultaneous assignments are not permitted Requested time off should be kept to a minimum, ideally no full calendar week off and no more than 7 days total during the assignment All time off requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration; no additional requests will be approved after an offer is extended Travel experience not required, making this a good fit for first-time travelers American Traveler Job ID P-740412. 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.