American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Critical Care Float
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Float Pool position covering ICU, PCU, and ER units, requiring a minimum of 2 years ICU experience at a Level I or II Trauma facility.
Details
- Nursing Resource Team float position serving ER, ICU, and PCU units at an acute care, Level II Trauma facility
- Floats between ICU Floors 2 and 3 (Cardiac ICU and Trauma/Neuro ICU) as well as PCU and ER
- May float mid-shift as needed based on unit demand
- Cares for ED pod patients, boarded ED patients, and may take a true ER patient assignment
- Unit size ranges from 21-35 beds depending on assignment
- Nurse to patient ratios are 1:1-2 in ICU and 1:3-4 in PCU
- 12-hour night shifts
- Uses EPIC EMR
- 48 hours per week guaranteed
- 12 hours of orientation required
Requirements
- Active RN license (State of Idaho or compact) currently in hand
- Current certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and NIHSS
- Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program (BSN or ASN accepted, BSN preferred)
- Minimum of 2 years ICU experience within the last 2 years at a Level I or Level II Trauma facility
- Prior experience working in or floating to PCU with comfort in those ratios
- Prior experience working in or floating to ER with a true patient assignment
- Experience with cardiac drips required
- Experience with non-invasive ventilation required
- EPIC EMR experience required
- Department of Health & Welfare background fingerprinting required
Additional Information
- Provides relationship-based nursing care across ICU, PCU, and ER settings, partnering with patients and families in care decisions
- Engages with interprofessional teams to foster communication and shared decision-making for quality patient care
- Uses evidence-based practice and data to monitor and improve patient outcomes
- Schedule is consistent and known in advance, with unit assignment communicated 2 hours prior to shift start
- Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be considered for this position
- Local candidates are not accepted for this role
American Traveler Job ID #P-771902. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU Float
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.