American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Trauma ICU for a travel nursing job in Ventura, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Trauma ICU
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/06/2026
- 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 Trauma ICU position requiring a CA license, trauma ICU experience, and night shifts.
Responsibilities
- Work in the Trauma ICU of a hospital setting
- Patient population includes adolescents through geriatrics
- Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2
- Three 12-hour night shifts per week (18:45–07:15)
- Floating required within service line
- Uses Cerner EMR; prior Cerner experience required
- Responsibilities include management of multi-system organ failure, acute stroke, post-neurosurgery recovery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury
- Skills required include arterial line and central line care, CVVHD/CRRT, ventilator management, ICP monitoring, and use of hypothermia protocols
- Must be proficient with phlebotomy, wound care, blood product administration, sedation, and ventilated patient care
- Assist with procedural tasks such as chest tube insertion and removal
- Required to utilize PPE and follow strict infection prevention protocols
- Request for time off must be included at the time of initial consideration
Requirements
- Active CA RN license required
- Minimum of 1 year of recent Trauma ICU experience
- Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, TNCC or TCAR
- Preferred certifications: CPI, MAB
- Cerner charting experience required
- Previous ICU and trauma experience required
- Not accepting first-time travelers
- COVID vaccination required
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-652737. 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 - Trauma 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.
