ICU Travel Nurse - $2,401 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: San Jose
Posted on: November 3, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in San Bernadino, California. 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 Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift ICU position requiring ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications and a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience. Responsibilities - Position is in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of an acute care hospital setting - Care for critically ill adult patients with diagnoses including cardiac, open heart, sepsis, stroke, and post-procedure cases - Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:2 or 1:1 depending on acuity - 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend required (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) - Uses Cerner PowerChart EMR and hardwired GE monitors - Drips in use include vasopressors, nitro, heparin; vent management required - Float to Tele and ER for ICU holds as needed - No nurse aides, but a unit tech is present for support duties - Expect to work holidays with permanent staff rotation - Floor orientation includes 1 day on ICU and 1 shift on the Tele/stepdown unit - Responsible for high-acuity adult critical care including cardiac, stroke, and post-operative management - Will not be assigned fresh open heart or craniotomy patients - Charge nurse available on unit without patient assignment - RT and pharmacy available 24/7; in-house hospitalist or intensivist support at all times - Patient satisfaction and compassionate care are strongly valued - Travelers are first to float - Navy blue scrubs are required - Holiday and weekend shifts are built into schedule; expect to be needed most during holidays Requirements - Active RN license (State or Compact/NLC), not pending - Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required - Minimum of 2 years ICU nursing experience; 3 years preferred unless from a large institution - Prior travel experience preferred - Ability to provide two references: one supervisor from the last 12 months, one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years - Copy of driver’s license required for consideration - Successful completion of skills testing and a pass/fail sterile technique test on orientation day - Cannot have been directly employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity within the past year Benefits - 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 American Traveler Job ID P-598390. 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.

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