American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/20/2025
- 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 multidisciplinary critical care unit in Washington, DC, requiring current DC RN license and 3 years of ICU experience.
Responsibilities
- Work in a multidisciplinary Intensive Care Unit (ICU) caring for neurological, neurosurgical, medical, surgical, pulmonary, cardiology, cardiothoracic, and trauma patients
- 12-hour night shifts, 3 shifts per week
- Assignment duration is 13 weeks
- Uses advanced medical technology such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, pulmonary artery catheters, arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, IABP, ECMO/tandem heart, Impella, BIS monitors, CRRT, and intravenous infusion pumps
- Experience with Cerner EMR required
- Responsible for fulfilling critical care functions for a diverse and high-acuity patient population
- Must live more than 25 miles from the facility
- Personal protective equipment and vaccinations may be required
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary ICU team
- Holiday and weekend coverage may be required
- Scrub color or dress code details to be provided at assignment
- References from two managers or supervisors preferred, with at least one from the most recent employer
Requirements
- Active DC RN license required
- Minimum of 3 years recent ICU experience
- Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required from AHA
- Experience with Cerner EMR required
- Two years of recent experience in a US hospital in an ICU setting required
- BSN highly preferred
- CPI certification required
- Must provide US Social Security Number for consideration
- No pending licenses accepted
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-610559. 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.
