Travel ICU Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Glendale, California.

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/06/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an ICU/CCU position in Glendale, CA, requiring 2 years of experience, ACLS, and night shift availability with every-other-weekend commitment.

• ICU/CCU setting within an acute care hospital
• 12-bed CCU and 12-bed ICU unit
• Patient population includes sepsis, CHF, COPD, vented patients, post-cath, lobectomies, thrombectomies, and spinal cases
• Patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2; spinal patients require 1:1 for first 6 hours
• Travelers are not assigned open heart or balloon pump patients
• Common drips include cardizem, propofol, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutamine, fentanyl, and midazolam
• Ventilator management required; no CRRT on the ICU side
• GE telemetry monitoring in use; RNs are expected to read and interpret cardiac strips
• EMR:
  Meditech (listed in unit notes);
  Cerner also referenced in position details
• 12-hour night shifts (7p–7a)
• Every-other-weekend requirement
• First to float; floating required between ICU and CCU, with possible float to telemetry (1:4 ratio) or ER if willing
• 13-week assignment
• Responsibilities include critical care nursing for ICU and CCU patient populations, including cardiac monitoring, drip management, and ventilator care
• Respiratory therapy and pharmacy support available 24/7
• Charge nurse on duty with no patient assignment; no nurse aides on unit
• Monitor techs available when census is high enough; RNs remain responsible for strip interpretation
• Unit orientation consists of 2–3 shifts; one additional orientation shift on tele and up to 3 shifts in the ER available if floating to those areas
• Holidays are worked in rotation with permanent staff
• Navy scrub color required
• Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by Common Spirit, CHI, or Dignity Health within the past year are not eligible; candidates placed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered
• Local candidates are accepted

• Active CA RN license required; must be active at time of consideration — pending licenses not accepted
• Active certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and advanced EKG dysrhythmia course
• COVID vaccination required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU/CCU RN experience required
• BSN not required
• A copy of a valid driver's license is required for consideration
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-678285. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.