Travel ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• 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 19, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with recent critical care experience to function as a Rapid Response nurse on nights, requiring an active NC or compact RN license.

• Intermediate Critical Care Unit functioning as a Rapid Response unit
• Patient population includes DKA, sickle cell, sepsis, respiratory distress, pneumonia, heart failure, and stroke/stroke-like symptoms
• 1:4 patient ratio
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 18:45-07:15
• 36 hours per week may be offered
• Floating required as needed to Med Surg at a 1:6 ratio
• Minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Uses Bipap, Cpap, and Optiflow equipment
• Charting systems include Pyxis and Epic, with Epic experience required
• Self-scheduling balanced and approved by a staffer

• Active NC or compact RN license required (pending license accepted at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• BLS and ACLS certification required; NIHSS preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills required include IV starts, telemetry monitoring, titration of cardiac drips, use of rapid response teams, feeding tube management, heparin protocols, and PCA administration
• Preferred skills include MS/Tele experience, titration of vasoactive drips, care of ventilated patients, and wound care/wound vac
• Community hospital and teaching hospital experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required (pending references accepted at submission)
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Functions as the Rapid Response RN and may serve as the primary critical care nurse in a small community hospital setting
• Unit orientation is 36 hours, delivered on a weekly basis
• Scrub requirement is all navy or navy and white
• Must complete online pre-start modules (approximately 8-10 hours for acute care roles), with annual completion required
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Travel experience is generally required, though first-time travelers may be accepted
• Former Novant Health or New Hanover employees (perm, PRN, or EP) must wait 12 months before applying, with facility approval required
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower rate
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved if not falling on a holiday; no RTO permitted during the first week of assignment
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Travel pairs are allowed if on different units with schedules disclosed

American Traveler Job  #P-764778. 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.