Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lakewood, Colorado.

• 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 night shift position requiring CRRT competency and a Colorado or compact RN license.

• Surgical Medical ICU setting within an acute care hospital, 12 beds
• 1:2 nurse to patient ratio
• Patient population includes respiratory distress, DKA, renal failure, post-op surgical ICU cases (vascular, oncology, flaps), and non-STEMI post-code patients
• RNs titrate drips including vasopressors, inotropes, sedatives, analgesics, metabolic, and specialized medications
• RNs read their own telemetry strips using Philips monitors
• RT coverage in ICU 24/7 with CPAP, BiPap, high flow, and ventilator equipment available
• Hospitalist or intensivist in house
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts
• Self-scheduling with a minimum of six weekend shifts required per six-week schedule
• Holiday coverage required
• Call or standby requirements determined by nurse manager
• First to float, with floating within Zone 3 possible if extreme need arises
• EPIC EMR used

• Active CO state or compact (NLC) RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA)
• CRRT certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
• General critical care experience required
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and demonstrate strong teamwork skills
• Driver's license copy required for consideration

• Provide critical care nursing to a mixed surgical-medical ICU population
• No tele/monitor techs on unit; RNs are responsible for reading their own strips
• No nurse aides on this unit
• Charge nurse does not take a patient assignment
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Orientation is 12 hours; clinicians must be in-state for week of orientation even if initial modules are remote
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility
• Float radius policy applies; travelers are responsible for securing housing that allows them to meet float zone requirements
• Candidates may not have been directly employed by any Common Spirit-affiliated facility within the past year

American Traveler Job  #P-768878. 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.