American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Roanoke, Virginia.

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 RN for a Whole House Resource Pool position with ICU, PCU, and MS float requirements and Epic documentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Float between ICU, PCU, and MS units as part of the Whole House Resource Pool
• Night shift schedule of 3x12-hour shifts from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.; 4x12s available by request
• 13-week contract; extensions up to 52 weeks available by request
• Patient ratios: ICU 2:1, PCU 5:1, MS 6:1 (may flex up to 7:1)
• Frequent floating may occur, up to every 4 hours, with the possibility to float 2-3 times per shift
• Uses Epic for charting and documentation
• Weekend requirement is either every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
• Responsible for managing critical and progressive care patients as well as medical-surgical cases across multiple units
• May be assigned to any ICU, PCU, or MS unit based on hospital needs
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Holiday coverage is required for one holiday during each 13-week contract
• Locals may be accepted based on facility radius rule
• All requested time off must be submitted with the application
• Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and Magnet-designated for nursing excellence

Requirements

• Active VA or compact RN license required (pending acceptable for non-compact, single-state license holders)
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience in a large Level 1 or Level 2 facility required
• Proficiency in IV therapy, phlebotomy, arterial and central line management, blood products, and ventilated patient care
• Skilled in BiPAP/CPAP management, ETT/NT suctioning, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, titrating cardiac drips, and emergency response
• Experience with continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, cardiac/vasoactive drips, and IV insulin protocols
• Epic documentation experience required
• Two professional references required for consideration

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-651305. 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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