Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Martinsburg, West Virginia.

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN with critical care experience for a 13-week acute care assignment requiring WV or compact RN licensure.

• Work in a 20-bed ICU (MICU/SICU/Neuro) with average daily census of 16-17 patients
• Patient ratios of 1:1-2 in ICU and 1:3 in Stepdown
• Unit supports Stepdown needs for the facility and includes CCU acuity patients
• Common diagnoses include post cath lab, balloon pumps, ventriculostomies, and CRRT (NxStage) cases
• No open heart or bolt cases; thoracic surgery cases occur every other Thursday
• Uses EPIC EMR with data from monitors and vents flowing directly into the system
• Phillips cardiac monitors with central monitoring station, no monitor techs
• ICU Medical IV pumps used for all typical drips including moderate conscious sedation
• Vents (Servo & Hamilton) managed by RT; RN may silence alarms only
• 12-hour day shifts, 7a-730p schedule
• Every-other-weekend requirement (Sat/Sun for days)
• Rotating holiday coverage required
• Travelers typically do not float outside the ICU
• In-house RT 24/7, pharmacy 24/7, and intensivist/hospitalist coverage
• No IV team on the unit
• 1-2 shifts of orientation with a preceptor following general hospital orientation

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), NIHSS
• PALS and TNCC certifications preferred
• Acute care ICU experience required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Balloon pump experience a plus for consideration of those cases

• Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU setting supporting both MICU/SICU and Stepdown needs
• Designated charge nurse available 24/7, typically free of patient assignments but may take one patient if necessary
• Unit supports nursing students, Capstone students, and nurse externs for educational purposes
• Scrub color requirement: navy blue with navy or white jacket, white or navy undershirt, natural hair color only, no pink or blue, and tattoos must be covered
• COVID vaccination required for consideration, with medical or religious exemption requests requiring formal approval
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the position
• Previous perm staff or travelers must have taken a 2-year break before reapplying
• Cumulative traveler assignments within WVU system are capped at 1 year before a 2-year break is required
• Facility attempts to avoid scheduling travelers on holidays when possible
• First-time travelers may be considered depending on experience level

American Traveler Job  #P-772352. 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.