Travel ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position at a Level III trauma teaching hospital, requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and passing an Advanced EKG exam.

• ICU setting within a short-term acute care, Level III Trauma Center and teaching hospital with 733 staffed beds
• Patient ratios of 1:2-3
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:00
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within scope to like units or affiliated campuses based on staffing needs
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active NC or Compact RN license required (pending license not accepted)
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required
• Must pass Advanced EKG exam prior to start, no exceptions
• Epic EMR experience required
• No background or license actions within the past 12 months
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care, and PICC line management required
• Experience with care of ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP management, and chest tube assist required
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips, emergency medications, and continuous IV sedation/paralytics required
• Experience interpreting and managing dysrhythmias and multisystem organ dysfunction required
• Experience obtaining 12-lead EKG/ECG required
• Experience with IV insulin protocols required

• Provide direct patient care in Medical, Surgical, Trauma, and Neuro ICU settings
• Scrub color requirement: royal blue and white
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the main campus to be eligible for this position
• Maximum of 4 days RTO permitted, with only one major holiday request allowed
• Former employees must be separated from the facility for at least one year before returning as a traveler
• Extension policy allows one extension for day shift and two extensions for night shift, with a six-month wait required after reaching the maximum
• System-wide limit of two contracts before requiring a six-month break
• Completion of pre-start modules required, estimated 4-10 hours
• First-time travelers accepted only at manager's discretion based on experience level

American Traveler Job  #P-775621. 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.