Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Nampa, Idaho.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler seeks an experienced ICU RN for a night shift travel assignment requiring active ID or compact RN licensure and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
- Work in a 10-bed ICU within an acute care hospital setting
- Patient population includes heart failure, respiratory failure, sepsis, vented patients, GI bleeds, strokes, post-codes, PNA, and post-surgical complications
- Nurse to patient ratio is typically 1:2
- RNs are required to titrate drips such as Propofol, Levophed, Dobutamine, vasopressin, Fentanyl, Epinephrine, and Diltiazem
- Use of vent, high flow, and BiPAP respiratory equipment
- RNs are responsible for reading cardiac strips without a telemetry tech, using Spacelabs monitoring equipment
- EMR system used is Epic
- 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a), every other weekend required, with possibility of additional weekend coverage as needed
- Block or grouped scheduling is possible but not guaranteed; no specific scheduling requests accepted
- No on-call or standby requirement
- Floating to telemetry and other ICU units (Meridian, Boise) is expected, maintaining appropriate patient ratios
- Daily duties include managing complex critically ill patients and titrating life-sustaining drips
- Charge nurse and administrative supervisor available 24/7; charge does not take patient assignments
- CNA present on each shift for patient support
- Hospitalist onsite 24/7; intensivist available via telehealth and respiratory therapy in-house at all times
- Scrubs may be any color as long as clean and professional
- Unit-specific orientation provided (1-2 shifts based on experience)
- Holiday coverage may be required per unit needs
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Previous permanent employees must have a minimum one-year separation before applying as a traveler
- Local candidates within a 50-mile radius are not eligible
\n \n Requirements\n
- Active ID or Compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
- Minimum of 1 year ICU RN experience required
- Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
- Ability to titrate critical care drips and manage advanced respiratory support
- Drivers license required
- References required: one supervisor reference from the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor reference from the last 3 years, including dates and rehire eligibility
- Must provide permanent address to confirm residence outside the 50-mile facility radius
\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-627268. 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.