Travel ICU​/Stepdown Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Beaufort, South Carolina.

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN - ICU/Critical Care Float for a night shift stepdown role requiring frequent floating to ICU and Med Surg units and prior PCU/ICU experience.

• Critical Care Float position in a 21-bed stepdown unit that frequently floats to ICU and Med Surg units
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00
• Patient ratios:
  Stepdown 1:4-5, ICU 1:2, Med Surg 1:5-6
• Manages non-titrating cardiac drips including Amiodarone, NTG, Cardizem, Lopressor, and Cardene
• Cares for vascular patients (fem-pop, CEA), NSTEMI, and post cardiac catheterization with intervention patients
• Manages CIWA patients receiving IVP Ativan (no Precedex)
• Performs peritoneal dialysis and coordinates hemodialysis through the Dialysis Department
• Manages stable BiPAP, heated high-flow oxygen under 80%, and home ventilators (Trilogy)
• Provides wound care and nebulizer treatments
• Uses Meditech EMR
• Floating required across Stepdown, ICU, and Med Surg units
• Every other weekend required
• Weekly Wednesday orientation sessions

• Active SC or Compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU, stepdown, or ICU experience required
• ICU experience required due to frequent floating to ICU units
• Meditech charting experience preferred
• Skilled in IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, and blood product administration
• Skilled in BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, and tracheostomy management
• Experience with cardiac drip titration and dysrhythmia management preferred
• Comfortable with frequent floating across multiple unit types

• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Royal blue and white scrubs required
• Holiday and weekend coverage expected in rotation with staff
• Floating occurs within a single hospital in accordance with facility and Joint Commission floating policies, including orientation to new units
• Minimal to no RTO approved, especially during the first weeks of the assignment
• Previous employees must have been gone at least 1 year and in good standing at time of departure to be considered
• Community hospital experience and previous charge experience preferred

American Traveler Job  #P-730055. 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.