Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
- 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 RN for an ICU position requiring a MO or compact RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIH certifications, and at least two years of ICU experience.
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Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a short term acute care, Magnet designated, Level I Trauma, teaching hospitalPatient ratio is 1 : 2Patient population includes respiratory failure / ARDS, acute chest pain, stroke, cardiac arrest, DKA, multi-organ failure, sepsis, and pre / post-op cardiac, thoracic, and abdominal surgeriesHandles medicine and neuro-medicine overflow as well as pre- and post-transplant casesSpecialized equipment includes IV pumps, CRRT / dialysis, ventilators / BiPAP, hemodynamic / invasive monitoring devices, and defibrillator / crash cartEPIC is used for charting and EPIC experience is requiredDay shifts are 3x12 hours from 7 : 00 to 19 : 30Required to work every other weekendNo on-call requiredFloating within ICU service line to other ICU units and potentially to affiliate hospitalsProvide critical care to complex and high-acuity ICU patients including neurology, medical, surgical, transplant, and post-operative casesExpected to cover care for patients requiring isolation precautions and the use of PPECentral role in the management of advanced procedures including CVP and pulmonary artery line monitoring, continuous IV sedation, and titration of dripsRequired to follow unit policies regarding infection prevention, phlebotomy, wound vacs, and blood product administrationNavy scrubs are requiredUp to 7 days of RTO allowed per 13-week contract with no RTO allowed during the first week of assignmentPermanent former employees must wait at least one year before returning as a travelerAll standard travelers can stay for up to 18 months before a 3-month break is requiredPre-start modules must be completed prior to the assignment start dateParking options available through the facility’s public safety office\n \n Requirements\n
Active MO or compact RN license requiredMinimum of two years ICU nursing experienceCertifications required : BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke ScaleStrong critical care skills including management of multisystem organ failure, dysrhythmia interpretation and treatment, advanced line management (arterial, central, PICC), ventilator and BiPAP management, ABG interpretation, emergency medication administration, and management of titratable cardiac and vasoactive dripsExperience with Epic EMR is requiredMust reside at least 75 miles from the facilityFirst-time travelers are not acceptedValid SSN and date of birth required for considerationMust complete fit testing and comply with infection prevention protocols\n Benefits\n
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 Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-640592. 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.
