Travel Critical Care Float ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Portland, Oregon.

• Specialty:
  Critical Care Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Critical Care Float Pool position requiring an active OR RN license and at least 2 years of critical care experience.

• Work within the Critical Care Float Pool supporting MICU, CVICU, TSICU, and NSICU units
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
• Every other weekend coverage required
• Float between assigned critical care units as needed, potentially up to every 4 hours
• May float to affiliate hospitals nearby
• May provide continuing care and monitoring of patients off-unit for diagnostic, procedural, or transportation needs
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active OR RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of critical care experience required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification required
• BSN preferred
• CCRN preferred
• Level 1 Trauma experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, and respiratory/thoracic care
• Experience managing ventilated patients and cardiac monitoring required
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience managing patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure
• Experience with isolation precautions and PPE
• Experience with post cardiac surgery care preferred
• Pulmonary artery line/Swan Ganz monitoring experience preferred
• Procedural sedation administration/monitoring experience preferred
• Two manager or supervisor references from within the last 24 months required (charge RN references not accepted)
• COVID vaccination proof required with no exemptions accepted

• Provide high-quality, compassionate, family-centered critical care nursing across multiple adult ICU units
• Refusal to float as requested may result in contract cancellation
• Candidates well-rounded across different ICU specialties are preferred
• Former OHSU employees or travelers must have a completed reference from their previous OHSU manager
• Returning staff must have been separated for at least 6 months to be eligible for a new travel assignment
• RTO must be submitted upfront and cannot exceed 2 weeks
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction

American Traveler Job  #P-783378. 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.