Travel SICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU
- Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Charlottesville, Virginia.

• Specialty:
  SICU
  - Surgical Intensive Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Surgical ICU position at a Level 1 trauma teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of critical care experience and a VA or compact RN license.

• Work in a fast-paced 15-bed Surgical/Trauma ICU at a Level 1 trauma facility
• Care for adult surgical and trauma critical care patients
• 1:2 patient ratio
• 13-week assignment with night shift (3x12 hours, 7pm-7am)
• Can offer 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend required, plus 2 of 3 winter holidays
• Block scheduling cannot be accommodated or guaranteed
• Required to float within scope of practice per facility policy
• Epic EMR experience required

• Active VA or compact RN license required (pending license accepted)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• TNCC certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of SICU or critical care experience required
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• BSN preferred
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Epic charting system experience required
• Proficiency in critical care skills including arterial line management, central line care, ventilator management, titration of vasoactive drips, EVD/ICP monitoring, and dysrhythmia management
• Two professional references required for consideration

• Provide direct critical care nursing to complex surgical and trauma ICU patients, including those with multisystem organ dysfunction
• Manage ventilated patients, hemodynamic monitoring, and administration of blood products and continuous sedation
• Maximum of 40 hours of RTO allowed per 13-week contract, must be disclosed at time of consideration
• Any pre-start vacation time must be disclosed early to arrange an appropriate start date
• No mileage/radius restriction for this unit
• Previous UVA permanent staff or internal/external travelers must have 1-year separation and leadership approval before returning
• External travelers cannot exceed 365 total assignment days with the facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-770956. 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
- Surgical 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.