Travel ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN with CA licensure for a night-shift role in a Trauma Level I intensive care unit requiring at least 3 years of ICU experience.

• ICU setting within a Trauma Level I hospital, including Neuro ICU and Surgical ICU
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00-07:30
• Weekend rotation required, no on-call
• Floating as needed
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active CA RN license required
• Current BLS (AHA), ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• CCRN and TNCC certifications preferred
• 3 years of ICU experience required, 4 years preferred
• Trauma Level I hospital experience required
• Teaching hospital experience and previous charge experience preferred
• Epic charting system experience required
• Proficiency in IV therapy, arterial line management, central/PICC line care, and blood product administration
• Experience managing ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and chest tube assistance
• Experience with CRRT/CVVHD, renal failure management, and IV insulin protocols
• Skilled in titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, continuous IV sedation, and procedural sedation monitoring
• Experience with CVA/stroke management, ICP monitoring, EVD care, and post-neurosurgical management preferred
• Cardiovascular skills including Swan-Ganz monitoring, sheath removal, TAVR, valve repair, and VAD management
• ECMO and Flo Trac/Vigileo monitoring experience preferred
• Knowledge of dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with multisystem organ dysfunction and infection prevention/isolation precautions
• Phlebotomy skills required
• 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year required
• 7-year work history verification required

• Deliver critical care nursing to patients in Neuro and Surgical ICU settings
• Only one holiday may be requested off per contract, with coverage expected for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract
• Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing
• Compliance documents due 10 days prior to start
• First-time travelers may be considered if all requirements are met
• Former employees must have a 1-year separation period before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates accepted within a 50-mile radius at local rate

American Traveler Job  #P-769107. 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.