Travel Critical Care Float

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

• Specialty:
  Critical Care Float
• 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 whole-house float position covering ICU, PCU, and MS units at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring a VA or compact RN license.

• Whole-house float role covering ICU, PCU, and MS units, requiring comfort working across all three specialties
• Night shift schedule of 3x12 hours, 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• Unit ratios average 2:1 in ICU, 5:1 in PCU (may flex to 7:1), and 6:1 in MS
• Floating staffing needs reassessed every 4 hours, with potential to float 2-3 times per shift
• Weekend requirement of either every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week block
• Required to work one holiday per 13-week contract
• Epic EMR experience required
• Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2 weeks

• Active VA state or compact RN license required (pending license accepted only for candidates from non-compact single-state licenses)
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• CPI certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required, preferably from a large Level I or II trauma facility
• Comfortable working with ratios up to 1:5 or higher across ICU, PCU, and MS units
• Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, PICC line management, central line care/management, arterial line management, and blood product administration
• Skilled in trach management, non-invasive airway support (nasal cannula, CPAP/BiPAP), ventilator management, and chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur Evac)
• Proficient in cardiac monitoring, continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, and titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and obtaining 12-lead EKG/ECG preferred
• Experience with IV insulin protocols
• Epic charting system experience required
• Teaching hospital and Level I trauma experience preferred
• Previous charge experience preferred

• Work in a 703-bed acute care teaching hospital that is the region's only Level I Trauma Center for adults and pediatrics
• Facility is Magnet-designated for nursing excellence and affiliated with Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
• Certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted, with radius-based eligibility rules applying for certain inpatient RN assignments
• Previous employees must have a minimum one-year break before returning as a traveler
• Travelers who have worked 365 days on assignment are not eligible to return, regardless of separation period, with case-by-case exceptions reviewed by facility leadership

American Traveler Job  #P-755813. 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.