Travel Critical Care Float

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Albany, New York.

• Specialty:
  Critical Care Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Critical Care Float Pool position requiring prior travel experience and Epic proficiency at a Level I trauma center.

• Critical Care Float Pool role within a Level I trauma center
• Covers neuro/trauma SICU, MICU, CPS/VICU, CCU, progressive critical care unit (PCCU), and ICU/PCC patients in the ED and PACU awaiting bed placement
• Day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Every other weekend required
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Floating to a variety of ICUs is expected
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active NY RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA or RQI required
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Level I trauma center ICU experience strongly preferred
• Experience floating across multiple ICU settings highly desired
• One supervisor or manager reference within the past year required (charge nurse references not accepted)
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Must complete a competency test within 24 hours of consideration, with up to 2 attempts to pass
• Medical exemption only accepted for flu vaccine; personal or religious declinations not accepted

• Provide critical care nursing support across multiple ICU units as part of a float pool team
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Local candidates residing within a 50-mile radius in Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Ulster, Warren, or Washington counties are not eligible
• No blocked scheduling allowed
• More than 3 call-outs in a 13-week period may result in contract termination, with make-up shifts required within 6 weeks
• RTO must be requested at time of consideration
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-776531. 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.