Travel ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/24/2026
• 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 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN with active CA licensure and critical care skills for a night shift position requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience.

• Work in the Intensive Care Unit of an acute care hospital
• Preferred experience in Trauma Level II settings
• Required skills include arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and IV therapy
• Respiratory skills needed: ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, suctioning, and high flow nasal cannula care
• Cardiovascular skills needed: titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, dysrhythmia management, and 12 lead EKG acquisition
• Neurological skills needed: CVA/acute stroke management, post-craniotomy and post-neurosurgery care, and hypothermia protocol experience
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 18:45 to 7:15
• Every other weekend (Saturday/Sunday) required
• Holiday coverage required as needed
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active CA RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required at start
• PALS and TNCC required within 180 days of hire
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• Preferred experience with Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring, Flo Trac/Vigileo monitoring, and post cardiac surgery care
• Preferred experience in CABG and GI surgery patient care
• Preferred phlebotomy skills
• Skilled in blood product administration, continuous IV sedation, and continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and management of multisystem organ dysfunction/failure

• Deliver holistic, individualized nursing care including assessment, care coordination, and patient/family education
• Develop and implement care plans incorporating psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors
• Collaborate with physicians, patients, and families to ensure effective communication and continuity of care
• Adhere to hospital policies and industry best practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Local candidates accepted at local rate within a 50-mile radius
• Returning staff must have a minimum 1-year separation before returning as a travamotravel employee
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract with only 1 holiday RTO request approved
• Holiday RTO restrictions apply for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-762825. 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.