Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level II trauma facility requiring IABP/Impella experience and prior travel assignment history.

• Acute care ICU setting within a Level II trauma facility
• Critical Care unit with 32 beds total, two 13-bed units plus 6 overflow beds across two floors operating as one unit
• Patient population includes 2-4 CV surgery cases daily (CABG, valve, TAVR, ECMO), trauma cases, neurosurgical and complex spinal surgery, and general medical patients
• Traditional staffing ratio of 2:1 nurse to patient, with 1:1 for post-TPA, CRRT, IABP, Impella, and immediate post open heart recovery patients
• Unit utilizes team nursing model during surge volume with 3 nurses caring for up to 6 patients
• Uses EPIC EMR system
• Equipment includes Plum IV pumps and Philips monitors
• 12-hour night shifts
• Weekends and holidays required as needed
• No call requirements
• Floating required to IMC/PCU with 1:4 ratios, caring for large volume of post heart catheterization patients with arterial lines, chest tubes, and epicardial pacers

• Active  compact RN license required prior to start
• Current AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 3 years patient-facing RN experience required
• ADN or diploma required; BSN preferred
• Minimum 1 year ICU RN experience required, Trauma/Neuro ICU experience preferred
• IABP and Impella experience within the past year required
• Previous travel RN experience required
• EPIC experience preferred
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment

• Responsible for evaluating, planning, implementing, and documenting nursing care for Critical Care patients
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures and administer medications within scope of practice
• Promote patient independence through patient and family education on conditions, medications, and self-care
• Facility performs 350+ open heart surgeries per year
• Cardiac and neuro specialist nurses are also required to care for general patients
• Navy blue scrubs required
• General hospital orientation (approximately 8 hours) followed by two 12-hour precepted orientation shifts
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Time off requests cannot be accommodated outside of the initial contract or extensions

American Traveler Job  #P-775127. 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.