Travel MICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU
- Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Aurora, Colorado.

• Specialty:
  MICU
  - Medical Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU/PCU RN for a mixed-acuity cardiac unit requiring 2+ years of experience and CO or compact RN licensure.

• Mixed-acuity, medically-focused unit providing ICU and PCU level care in a 24-bed cardiac unit
• Patient population includes unstable pre-heart transplants, heart failure requiring vasopressor support, acute MIs, unstable post-interventional cardiology patients, post-arrest targeted temperature management, and patients requiring invasive hemodynamics
• Nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:1 to 2:1 for ICU level patients and up to 3:1 for PCU level patients
• Uses Epic for charting
• Rotating 3x12 shifts (day and night), various days of the week
• Weekend shifts required per unit needs
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required based on unit, division, or facility needs

• Active CO or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certification required
• AHA NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ICU/PCU nursing experience required
• Prior experience with 1:2 patient ratios required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, central and PICC line care
• Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and respiratory failure management required
• Experience with CVP monitoring, Swan Ganz monitoring, sheath removal, and TAVR preferred
• Experience managing continuous IV sedation, paralytics, and titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips required
• CVA/acute stroke management and hypothermia protocol experience preferred
• Experience managing dysrhythmias and multisystem organ dysfunction required
• IV insulin protocol experience required

• Provide advanced cardiac nursing care to critically and acutely ill patients in a high-acuity cardiovascular unit
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Completion of facility-specific training modules required within the first week of assignment
• Max 10 RTO days allowed per 13-week contract, with blackout dates during select holiday and peak periods
• No blocked scheduling requests permitted
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates previously employed by the health system or its affiliates may not be eligible for consideration
• Returning travelers who completed a full year on assignment must wait at least one year before rebooking
• Local candidates accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-770106. 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

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.