Travel Critical Care Float RN

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

• Specialty:
  Critical Care Float
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  15 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: 15 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Critical Care Float RN for a Magnet teaching hospital, requiring 2+ years of ICU experience and WA or compact RN licensure.

• Critical Care Float position covering Surgical ICU, Cardiac ICU, Cardiothoracic ICU, Medical ICU/Bone Marrow Transplant-Oncology ICU, and a mutually agreeable Med-Surg department
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30
• Patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:2
• Floating required within the hospital, no floating to sister hospitals
• Weekend work required
• No call requirements
• Uses EPIC charting system
• Located at a Magnet-designated, teaching hospital with 637 staffed beds
• Parking available for a daily fee

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required, including cardiac, neuro, and general ICU skills
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; CCRN preferred
• EPIC charting experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Experience with ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and respiratory care required
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and multisystem organ dysfunction preferred
• Experience with CVA/stroke management and post-neurosurgery care required
• EVD and ICP monitoring experience preferred
• Experience with PICC line management, IV therapy, and IV insulin protocols required
• Post cardiac surgery care experience required
• Swan Ganz monitoring and TAVR experience preferred
• COVID vaccination and booster required with no exceptions

• Float RN role supporting multiple ICU specialty units within the critical care cluster
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate with no radius restriction
• Maximum RTO of 1 week, with required work on 2 of 3 major holidays
• RTO cannot be requested during the first 2 weeks of the assignment
• Prior UW staff must have 18 months separation before returning as a traveler
• Pending RN licenses are not accepted for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-772129. 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.