Travel ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU
- Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Ruidoso, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN requiring prior travel assignment experience and successful completion of a Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia test.

• Surg/Nursing unit within a hospital setting
• 12-hour varied shifts, 3 days per week
• Floating between departments and/or local facilities within 20 miles required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred, training provided on-site

• Active NM or Compact State RN license
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• ADN or ASN required
• Minimum 2 years current ICU specialty experience required
• At least one prior 13-week travel assignment required
• Must successfully pass an onsite Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test prior to starting the assignment, with one retake opportunity allowed

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols
• Coordinate care with patients, families, and the healthcare team
• Provide clinical supervision to LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel
• Complete patient population and procedure-specific education and competency testing per unit standards
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for consideration
• Previous Presbyterian Health Services staff must wait one year before being reconsidered for a travel assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-771401. 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.