Travel ICU RN - Night Shift RN

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

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• 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: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position requiring 1 year of ICU experience and a compact or ID RN license.
Details

• Work in a 10-bed Intensive Care Unit within an acute care hospital setting
• Care for patients with heart failure, respiratory failure, sepsis, GI bleeds, strokes (TPA), post-code, and post-surgical complications
• CRRT patients are not assigned to travelers
• Maintain a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Titrate drips including Propofol, Levophed, Dobutamine, vasopressin, Fentanyl, Epinephrine, and Diltiazem
• RNs are required to read telemetry strips using Spacelabs monitoring (no dedicated tele techs)
• Charge nurse does not carry a patient assignment; Admin Supervisor and Crisis nurse available on-site 24/7
• One CNA per shift supports the unit
• Hospitalist on-site 24/7 and Intensivist available via telehealth 24/7
• Respiratory Therapists in the ICU 24/7 with vents, high flow, and BiPAP equipment
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a
• Weekend rotation as needed, aiming for every other weekend
• Holiday coverage required if needed
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required to Tele unit (aiming for 1:3 ratio, may take full assignment) and to Meridian and Boise ICUs
• First to float within the unit
• 1 to 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation depending on experience
• No blocked scheduling or special scheduling requests accommodated

Requirements
Active RN license (state-issued or compact) required, active at time of consideration
Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required
Must be a strong team player
Experience with EPIC EMR
Copy of driver's license required for consideration
Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility
Additional Information
Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU setting including ventilated and critically ill patients
Work alongside a dedicated care team including on-site hospitalists, telehealth intensivists, and 24/7 respiratory therapy support
Scrub color is flexible as long as attire is clean and professional
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
Permanent employees must be separated from employment for at least one year before applying for a travel assignment
Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P-747464. 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.