American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a float pool position requiring strong ICU background and Epic charting experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a float pool covering all ICUs, PCU/CCUs, and ED holding areas within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes neuro, trauma, medical, surgical, cardiac, sepsis, pneumonia, DKA, multi-system failure, and CVICU cases
• Expected to care for patients with conditions such as CHF, COPD, strokes, spinal injuries, post-op cardiac, vascular, and thoracic surgeries
• ICU patient ratios are 1:2, PCU/CCU ratios are 1:4, and ER holding ratios correspond to the patient's level of care
• Works 12-hour night shifts with a typical schedule made 7-10 days in advance covering every other weekend, with rare back-to-back weekends
• Float coverage may include Neuro/Trauma/Medical/Cardiac ICU, CCU, PCU/ACC, ED holding, Med Surg units, and surge areas, with occasional float to a nearby hospital if needed
• Uses Epic EMR system and Epic experience is required
• Orientation includes 1 day of general hospital training and a full 12-hour shift in the ICU and like units
• Support is provided by charge nurse, 24/7 hospitalist, RT, intensivist, and on-call cardiologist for CVICU and cardiac areas
• Required to complete thorough hourly rounding, bed-side reporting, and fill out patient whiteboards
• Medication administration and handling policies, including two-nurse verification for wasting and strict documentation practices, must be followed
• Scrubs of any professional color are permitted
• Candidates may be asked to float to other facilities within close distance if necessary
• Breaks are mandated during shifts
• First-time travelers with strong ICU and previous float pool experience are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 1 year recent ICU RN experience
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation, vent and BiPAP management, invasive line management, ostomy care, general drains, tracheostomy care, chest tubes, lumbar drains, and IV medication titration
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must successfully complete and pass a Telemetry Competency exam prior to start

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-640971. 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

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