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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 8 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU position in a LTACH setting, requiring a TX or compact license and ACLS/BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) within a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH)
• Care for both ICU and medical-surgical (MS) patient populations
• Patient ratios may be as high as 1:5
• Day shift position, working three 12-hour shifts, 7:00 to 19:00
• Every other weekend is required
• Position is open to first-time travelers
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Responsibilities include providing ICU and intermediate care to a diverse acute and post-acute patient population
• Two professional references are required for consideration

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license with no action ending against it
• Current certifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Minimum of two years recent ICU or IMC experience
• Documentation of relevant work experience within the last three years

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-648695. 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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