American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Long Beach, California.

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 with a current CA license and Cerner EMR proficiency for a night shift contract.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 32-bed ICU (licensed for 40) within an acute care setting
• Unit set up in pods of 8 beds with a 2:1 patient ratio
• Nurses are responsible for reading and interpreting their own telemetry strips
• Manage ICU-level cases including neuro, cardiac, post-PCI, sepsis, alcohol withdrawal, stroke, TBI, and devices such as Ventrics and Camino ICP monitors
• Perform advanced skills including administering pressors, antiarrhythmics, sedation, and managing ventilators
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend required
• Floating required to Tele and any ED ICU/Tele holds as needed
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Navy blue scrubs required for RNs
• RNs are supported by a charge nurse (no patient assignment), a resource RN, and nurse aides (days only)
• Hospitalist or intensivist coverage, with 24/7 respiratory therapy and pharmacy available
• Orientation includes ICU educator and preceptor-supported shifts
• Rotational holiday coverage required
• No acrylic nails or gel polish allowed during assignment
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at time of application; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU RN experience required, 3 years preferred
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; CCRN preferred
• Cerner EMR proficiency required
• Two references required: one supervisor from the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years
• Copies of all required certifications and a valid driver’s license must be provided for consideration
• No previous direct employment (within the last year) at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility

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-652033. 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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