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 San Luis Obispo, California.

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a Nurse Lead position requiring supervisory experience, TNCC certification, and a valid CA RN license.

• Hospital ICU setting at a trauma level unit
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (0630–1900), scheduled based on department needs
• No on-call responsibilities

• Active CA RN license required, must be unrestricted
• Current certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and TNCC
• Minimum 3 years of ICU experience required
• Supervisory experience or demonstrated supervisory skills required
• 5 years of ICU technical experience preferred
• Candidates must have worked in the ICU specialty within the last 3 months
• Active, unrestricted license with no prior hits or restrictions
• Two supervisor references required — one from the past year and one from within the past two years
• Date of birth (DOB) and Social Security Number (SSN) required for consideration

• This is a leadership role with administrative expectations as a Nurse Lead on the unit
• Candidates with more than 5 days of requested time off (RTO) will not be considered
• A specialty-specific skills checklist completed within the past year is required

American Traveler Job  #P-728827. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.