Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,765 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Southlake, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• 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: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift travel contract at a community hospital, requiring ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications with at least 2 years of ICU experience.

Details

• General ICU setting within a community hospital environment
• Diverse patient population including cardiac, STEMI, DKA, ETOH withdrawal, vascular procedures, post-invasive spinal surgery, and DIEP flap cases
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Uses Epic EMR (experience required)
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 18:45–07:15
• Weekends, floating, and holiday coverage may be required as needed

Requirements

• Active TX or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS (AHA preferred; ARC not accepted; military certs acceptable)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency in IV therapy, central line care/management, PICC line management, arterial line management, and blood product administration
• Competency in ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and care of ventilated patients
• Experience with continuous IV sedation, vasoactive and cardiac drip titration, and neuromuscular blockade
• Experience with CVVHD/CRRT preferred
• Experience with CVA/acute stroke management and dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• State-issued ID required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Scrub color: Navy
• Certifications must be AHA-issued; ARC certifications are not accepted
• Orientation includes non-billable module completion (average 8–12 hours total) tracked in Healthstream
• RTO is limited to no more than 5 non-consecutive days and must be approved by management prior to contract signing; during the holiday season (Nov–Jan), only one holiday RTO request may be submitted for approval
• Candidates residing within 90 miles of the facility are considered local and may be subject to a different pay rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-732195. 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

About American Traveler

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.