Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a float pool position primarily supporting the ED Holding unit, requiring ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications and prior ICU experience.

• Float pool position primarily supporting the ED Holding unit, with floating to MSICU, CVICU, PCU, CCU, Medical, Surgical, Flex, and Inpatient Rehab units as needed
• 12-hour day shifts, 36 hours per week
• ED Holding unit has mixed diagnosis patients, isolation and non-ambulatory patients, and is fast-paced
• Patient ratios: ICU 1:2 based on acuity, PCU/CCU 1:4, Medical/Surgical 1:5, PCU floated to MS 1:5, Rehab 1:8 team model
• Support staff include techs (ICU 1:14, PCU 1:10, MS 1:8-10), 24/7 respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing
• Floating required, potentially for partial shifts, within scope of practice
• No on-call requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required for ICU assignments
• Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required for PCU/PCU ER hold assignments
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience required for Medical-Surgical assignments
• Skilled in cardiac rhythm interpretation, ventilator management, invasive line management, ostomy and drain care, and tracheostomy care
• IV medication titration experience preferred (Amiodarone, Cardizem, nitro, dopamine, dobutamine, non-DKA insulin, heparin, Cardene)
• Strong communication and patient education skills required
• Traveler telemetry competency required

• First-time travelers will be considered
• Transport patients throughout the hospital including ED, CT, MRI, Nuc Med, PACU, and Cath Lab when assigned to ACLS transport role
• Night shift ACLS RNs assist ED Holding with breaks and medication administration after transport volume slows post-2300
• Orientation includes 2 days of hospital orientation and 1 day on the assigned unit
• Must call staffing office 30-45 minutes prior to shift to confirm daily assignment
• Must arrive on time to assigned unit by 0700 or 1900, with no clock-in before 0653/1853
• Schedules provided 3 weeks at a time, distributed approximately 10 days in advance
• Weekend requirements vary based on unit needs
• No holiday requests, self-scheduling, or on-call shifts permitted
• Time off requests up to 5 days may be approved, with additional days requiring manager approval and extension of the assignment end date

American Traveler Job  #P-772183. 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.