RN - ICU - Travel Day and Night Shift

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Wichita, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements

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

Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wk
Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Surgical ICU (SICU) position in Wichita, KS, requiring a minimum of 1 year of acute care ICU experience and current ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications.
Details

• Work in a 26-bed Surgical ICU on the 2nd floor of a large hospital
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 13-week travel contract
• Patient population includes trauma patients, post-CABG, post-TAVR, and general post-surgical ICU patients
• Typical patient ratio is 1:2, with 1:1 assignments for high-acuity patients including post-CABG
• Specialized equipment includes balloon pumps, CRRT, hypothermia, and ECMO
• Common procedures include chest tube management, central lines, and medication drips
• EMR: Meditech

Active KS RN license or a compact RN license currently in hand
Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale
Minimum 1 year of recent acute care hospital ICU experience
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
Certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start date
Additional Information

TNCC certification is preferred, as is prior travel experience at large trauma facilities
Unit staffing includes 13 RNs, 1 Charge Nurse, and 1 Patient Care Tech on both day and night shifts
Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P-719983. 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.
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