Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bel Air, Maryland.

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  20 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 20 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is seeking an ICU RN for a night shift contract requiring 2+ years of ICU experience and an active MD or Compact RN license.

• Surgical ICU setting caring for critically ill patients
• Patient diagnoses include stroke, renal failure requiring CRRT, MI-IABP, respiratory failure, pneumonia, post cardiac arrest, and DKA
• Uses specialized equipment including ceiling lifts, central line carts, universal critical airway cart, chest tube cart, temp pacer cart, bronch cart, chemo cart, CRRT cart, and Malignant Hyperthermia cart
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 or 4x12 hours from
• Every 3rd weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within specialty and acuity level, with travelers prioritized to float
• Uses EPIC charting system

• Active MD or Compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• CPI certification required through Calm Every Storm online vendor
• BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications must be AHA-issued
• NRP or AAP certification accepted where applicable
• Experience with ventilated patient care, ABG interpretation, central line and PICC line management required
• Experience with CVVHD/CRRT and IABP management required
• Experience with continuous IV sedation and emergency medications required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management required
• Experience with hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun preferred

• Provide critical care nursing to a complex ICU patient population including cardiac, respiratory, renal, and neurological cases
• Candidates must be comfortable floating within scope with no scheduling restrictions or special requests
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted unless otherwise specified
• Returning staff must be separated from the health system for 12 months before returning as a traveler
• Returning travelers must be away from the system for at least 6 months after completing an assignment
• Maximum RTO request is 7 days; requests of more than 4 consecutive days require an additional week added to the contract
• One major holiday off during the winter season may be allowed depending on unit
• Most locations allow one contract extension before requiring a 6-month break from the facility or unit
• Compliance documents and lab work must be completed within set onboarding deadlines prior to start

American Traveler Job  #P-775071. 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.