Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,429 per week
Albany, NY, 12237, USA
- $12 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Contract
- Travel Nurse
- ICU Nurse
- Registered Nurse
This position is for a Travel ICU Registered Nurse to provide critical care in various ICU units including Neuro and SICU in Albany, NY, requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and EPIC EMR proficiency. The role offers 12-hour day shifts over 36 hours weekly for a 13-week travel assignment with benefits including housing allowance, medical insurance, and 401(k). The nurse must hold a valid NY RN license and meet competency testing and certification requirements such as BLS and ACLS.
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Albany, New York.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/22/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Critical Care Float Pool position requiring a NY RN license and EPIC EMR experience.
Responsibilities- Work in a hospital Critical Care Float Pool setting
- Float to various ICU units, including potential Neuro and SICU assignments
- Day shift schedule from 07:00 to 19:30
- No blocked scheduling allowed
- Must be able to float within designated ICU units
- Uses EPIC EMR; prior EPIC experience required
- Competency testing is required for all ICU float pool nurses, including Neuro and SICU assignments
- All call-outs must be made up within 6 weeks; more than 3 call outs in 13 weeks may result in contract termination
- Request for time off must be submitted with application
- Travel pairs are not permitted for this assignment
- Local candidates who reside in specific counties within 50 miles are not eligible (Albany, Columbia, Dutchess, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Ulster, Warren, Washington)
- Travelers may submit to only one position at this facility
- Active NY RN license in hand is required
- Minimum of 2 years recent ICU or critical care nursing experience required
- Current certifications from AHA or RQI (e.g., BLS, ACLS) must be provided
- EPIC EMR experience required
- No employment gaps of 90 days or more in the past 12 months
- US SSN required; Canadian SIN not accepted
- Must complete and pass ICU competency testing with two attempts allowed
- Medical documentation required for flu exemption; no personal or religious exemptions accepted
- 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-643446. 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 TravelerWith 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.




