American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Carmel, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/27/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU position requiring an IN or compact license, with critical care certifications and ability to care for diverse high-acuity patients.
Responsibilities
- Position is in a 14-bed ICU within a short-term acute care hospital
- Care for open heart, neurosurgery, general med-surg, stroke, trauma level 2, EMCO, STEMI, manual proning, sepsis, and utilize IABP and CRRT
- Patient ratios are 1:2
- Scheduled for nights, with options for 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts
- Weekend work every other weekend is required
- No on-call required
- Required to float within hospital or nearby affiliate hospitals as needed
- Uses Cerner for charting
- Primary role involves managing critically ill patients with complex needs and advanced therapies
- Holiday coverage is required for at least 2 of the 3 major holidays
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Scrub color is red top with black bottoms
- Free parking available
Requirements
- Active IN or compact RN license and required certifications (ACLS, BCLS, NIHSS) must be in hand at time of consideration
- Minimum of 2 years ICU RN experience required
- CCRN certification preferred
- Experience with Cerner EMR required
- Nursing degree from an ACEN or CCNE accredited university
- Candidates must not have been employed as permanent or PRN within this health system in the past 12 months
- Local candidates are not accepted for this position
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-653243. 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.
