Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Oakland, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/27/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a day shift assignment in California requiring a valid CA RN license, BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
- Work in the ICU unit of an acute care hospital setting
- Day shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts from 7:00 to 19:00
- Every other weekend coverage required and additional weekends as needed by the unit
- On-call coverage may be required as needed
- May float to other units within the nurse's scope of practice and to other campuses based on census and need
- Shuttle service is provided if floating to another campus
- Epic EMR is used, and Epic experience is preferred
- Orientation will include completion of modules through e-learning, typically requiring 1-5 hours
- Only one holiday request off (RTO) will be approved during the contract
- Returning staff must have been gone for at least one year to be eligible to return as a traveler
- Team-oriented environment with expectation of flexibility to float as needed
- Local candidates are accepted at a local pay rate
\n \n Requirements\n
- Active CA RN license required at time of consideration
- BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required; all must be AHA and current
- Minimum of 3 years ICU RN experience required
- At least 6 months of prior travel nursing experience
- Must be available to complete lab work within 3-5 days of signing
- Experience with Epic EMR preferred
- Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate
\n Benefits\n
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
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American Traveler Job ID #P-615799. 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.