Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Manchester, New Hampshire.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/03/2026
- 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: Aug 3, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week ICU travel assignment in Manchester, NH, requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and telemetry skills with a minimum PCU background.
Details
- Mixed medical and surgical ICU setting in a hospital environment
- 20-bed ICU unit on Floor C
- Day shift: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Patient ratios vary by acuity: ECMO 2:1, post open-heart surgery or critical/device patients 1:1, typical ICU assignment 1:2, stepdown 1:3–4
- Day shift staffing includes 1 charge nurse, 8–10 RNs, 1–3 LNAs, and a PRN sitter
- Equipment includes IV pumps, telemetry monitors, Hoyer/stand lifts, Impella, IABP, CRRT (NxStage), bladder scanner, Bair Hugger, rapid transfuser, Blanketrol, chest tubes, vein finder, Sorin retransfuser, ventilator, high-flow nasal cannula, BiPAP/CPAP
- EMR: Sunrise
- Floating to Progressive Care unit required
- Every third weekend required; no on-call responsibilities
Requirements
- Active NH or Compact RN license required — must be in hand prior to consideration
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required for ICU RNs
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
- Telemetry experience required; PCU-level experience or higher preferred
- US SSN and DOB required for consideration — no Canadian SSNs accepted
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- One professional reference required
Additional Information
- Typical procedures include pericardiocentesis with indwelling drains, thoracentesis, central line insertion, arterial line insertion, chest tube insertion, intubation, TEE/TTE cardioversion, and transvenous pacing wire insertion
- Preferred candidates will have experience with critical drips and ventilator management, as well as prior ICU experience
- Ideal candidate is organized but easily adaptable
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
- No dress code specified — scrub color is open
American Traveler Job ID #P-712380. 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.