American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 12 / 01 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, flexible
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a MedSurg ICU position caring for high-acuity patients with strong neuro experience and the ability to float to inpatient units.
Responsibilities
Medical-Surgical ICU in a Level 2 trauma center with a 16-bed unitPrimary patient population includes medical and surgical neuro, sepsis, respiratory failure, alcohol detox, and trauma cases such as logging, motorcycle, and snowmobile accidentsPatient ratio is primarily 2 : 1Common procedures include stroke care, cerebral monitoring, drains, ventilators, drips, chest tubes, spinal drains, JP drains, and some CRRT casesEPIC charting experience preferred12-hour day and night variable shiftsEvery other weekend and holiday rotation requiredFloating required to all inpatient units, typically higher acuity critical care areasCall is permitted but not required; call response time if picked up is 1 hourRNs receive support from a clinical lead on days and a shift leader at night if available, along with CNAs and LPNsContract length is 13 weeksScrub colors are flexible—any color may be wornCandidate should be hardworking, resilient, and able to adapt to changeOrientation week may have unguaranteed hoursPosition eligible for 36 hours of unbillable low census hoursRequirements
Active WI or compact RN license requiredCurrent BLS and ACLS certifications requiredCCRN certification preferred but not requiredMinimum of 2 years MedSurg and ICU experience requiredStrong neuro ICU experience requiredAbility to manage complex patient needs independentlyEPIC charting system experience preferredMust reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility during contract periodBenefits
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and DiscountsAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-631736. 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.