Travel ICU RN - $2,022 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Odessa, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/22/2026 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 22, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring a TX or compact RN license and at least 2 years of ICU experience. Details Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital setting Care for critically ill patients including neuro ICU, surgical ICU, and cardiovascular/post cardiac surgery cases Patient ratio typically 1:2-3 in ICU Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 18:30 to 07:00 36 or 48 hours per week considered Float to Med-Surg/Telemetry required if ICU census is low, with ratios of 5-6:1 in that setting Cerner charting system experience preferred Requirements Active TX or compact RN license required Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and TNCC or TCAR 6 hours of stroke education required (facility can provide if needed) EKG course completion required (facility can provide if needed) Prior travel nursing experience required Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level II experience preferred Skilled in critical care procedures including arterial line management, central/PICC line care, ventilator management, and titration of cardiac/vasoactive drips Experience with neurological critical care skills such as EVD, ICP monitoring, and post-neurosurgical management preferred Experience with cardiovascular procedures such as TAVR, sheath removal, and post cardiac surgery care preferred Additional Information Provide high-acuity critical care nursing to ICU patients, including those with multisystem organ dysfunction and complex medical needs Facility conducts its own mandatory drug screening upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with automatic cancellation for positive results Candidates should avoid any substances, including CBD products, that could result in a positive drug screen after clearance Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be considered, as local candidates are not accepted RTO must be submitted at time of consideration First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-740355. 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.