Intensive Care Unit RN

Travel Critical Care ICU Nurse - $2,016 per week at American Traveler summary: This position is for a travel ICU registered nurse to provide critical care in an acute hospital setting, primarily on night shifts. The role involves caring for patients with complex medical and surgical conditions in a 1:1 or 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio, requiring at least two years of recent ICU experience and active nursing licensure. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, housing allowance, and travel reimbursements for a 13-week assignment in Boise, Idaho. American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Boise, Idaho. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP 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 an active ID or compact license and recent ICU experience for a night shift critical care opportunity. Responsibilities Work in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) within an acute care hospital setting Mixed patient population including medical, surgical, and neuro ICU cases Common diagnoses include CABG, CVA, subarachnoid and intracerebral hemorrhage, GI bleeds, DKA, STEMI, septic shock, overdose, respiratory failure, neurosurgery, and open heart surgery No trauma, burn, or transplant patients Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:1 and 1:2 Shift is 12 hours, nights (7p–7a), with every other weekend required Floating required to other ICUs in the Valley including Meridian and Nampa Medical Centers; may float outside ICU as a 1:1 sitter Epic EMR is used; experience preferred No blocked scheduling or special requests for scheduling accepted Permanent employees must have been separated from the facility for at least one year before applying for a travel assignment CNA and respiratory therapist support available in unit 24/7 Resource and charge nurses available; charge nurse does not typically take an assignment Unit-specific orientation provided (1–2 shifts) May be required to work assigned holidays as needed No call or standby requirements No specified dress code or scrub color requirement Applicants must live outside a 50-mile radius from the facility Requirements Active ID or compact state RN license required at time of consideration; pending licensure is not accepted Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Experience titrating critical care drips such as dopamine, epinephrine, norepinephrine, cardene, nitro, neo, vasopressin, diltiazem, insulin, and esmolol required Ability to monitor and read cardiac strips required Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor reference from the past 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Copy of driver’s license 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-634782. 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. Keywords: travel nurse, ICU nurse, critical care RN, intensive care unit, registered nurse, travel nursing jobs, acute care nurse, night shift nurse, American Traveler, Boise nursing jobs