Travel ICU RN Float Pool

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California.

• Specialty:
  Critical Care Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/17/2026
• Duration:
  25 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 17, 2026
• Length: 25 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a float pool position requiring CA RN licensure, BSN, and a minimum of 4 years of recent ICU experience at a teaching hospital.

• Float pool position requiring flexibility to work across all TCUs, ICUs, ED, and PACU within the medical center
• Day shift schedule, 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Floating to other facilities within a 75+ mile radius may be required at any time during the assignment
• Epic charting system preferred

• Active CA RN license required at time of consideration
• BSN required
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Minimum 4 years of recent ICU experience within the last 6 months to 1 year required
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Trauma Level II experience required
• Completed travel assignment within the past 12 months required
• Strong skills in IV therapy, central/arterial/PICC line management, blood product administration, and TPN/Lipids
• Experience with ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and respiratory failure care
• Experience managing dysrhythmias and obtaining 12-lead EKGs
• Two professional references from most recent employer required for consideration

• Provide critical care nursing across multiple ICU specialties including CVICU, Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, and Transplant ICU
• Experience with ECMO, IABP, Impella, and VAD management highly valued
• Skilled in neurological critical care including EVD, ICP monitoring, and post-craniotomy management
• Familiarity with renal replacement therapies such as CVVHD/CRRT and dialysis management beneficial
• All requested RTO must be submitted at time of offer and approved by the manager; no mid-contract RTO requests will be accepted
• RTO may not fall within the first two weeks of the assignment
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate as travelers
• Any prior employment with University of California medical facilities or their acquired facilities must be disclosed, including dates, units, and manager names for rehire eligibility review
• Travel pairs are permitted but generally will not be placed on the same unit, and married couples may not work together on the same unit

American Traveler Job  #P-755075. 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.