Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Abilene, Texas.

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2 years of general ICU experience and TX or compact RN licensure.

• General Intensive Care Unit serving a mix of surgical, medical, CVICU, and neuro ICU patients
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-07:00)
• 36 or 48 hour scheduling options considered
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• May be required to float to other units or campuses within the facility
• Altera charting experience preferred but not required

• Active RN license (TX or Compact) in hand required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required; TNCC preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent permanent ICU experience required (new grads with 1 year ICU plus travel experience not accepted)
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line and PICC line care, and blood product administration
• Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and ABG interpretation
• Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, and managing continuous IV sedation and paralytics
• Experience with EVD, ICP monitoring, and care of post-craniotomy or post-neurosurgery patients
• Experience with hemodynamic monitoring, including Flo Trac/Vigileo
• Experience managing patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Travel experience preferred but not required

• Provide critical care nursing to a diverse ICU population including surgical, medical, cardiovascular, and neuro cases
• Facility conducts its own onsite drug screen upon arrival, including marijuana testing, with a positive result resulting in automatic cancellation
• Candidates should avoid CBD or other products that could result in a positive drug screen after clearance
• Must reside 150 miles or more from the facility to be considered local-exempt; local candidates are not accepted
• Previous permanent staff must be separated from the facility for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Required lab work must be completed within 72 hours of accepting the offer or have a documented plan for completion
• First-time travelers are not considered for this role due to the required 2 years of permanent ICU experience

American Traveler Job  #P-772218. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - ICU

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.