TRAVEL - RN - ICU - Day Shift

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/21/2026
• 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: Sep 21, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an ICU RN for a fast-paced short-term acute care hospital, requiring an active Oregon RN license, at least 2 years of ICU experience, and BLS/ACLS/NIHSS certification.
Details
Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a short-term acute care hospital with 418 staffed beds
Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM)
Weekend work required at least every other weekend
No on-call responsibilities
Floating between units and sister facilities may be required based on skill set
Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2
Uses Epic EMR for charting
Requirements
Active Oregon RN license (compact accepted) required, in hand at time of submission
Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; CCRN preferred
Epic EMR experience required
Must have a vehicle for this assignment
Two supervisory references covering 1 year of experience within the last 3 years required
Additional Information
Provide comprehensive critical care nursing across renal, respiratory, neurological, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal systems
Manage ventilated patients, arterial and central lines, blood product administration, and vasoactive/sedation drips
Monitor for and respond to cardiac dysrhythmias and multisystem organ dysfunction
Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
Minimal RTO accommodated; all time-off requests must be submitted upfront during the application process
Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at a lower bill rate
Former Providence facility employees may reapply as travelers after a 3-month break if living more than 50 miles from the facility
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Scrub color requirement: any color accepted
American Traveler Job ID #P-749059. 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.