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Travel ICU RN - $1,960 per week

American Traveler

  • La Jolla, CA
  • Today
  • $1,960 Per Week

Highlights

Skills required include IV therapy, central line and arterial line management, ventilator management, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, CRRT, and management of neurological conditions such as EVD, ICP monitoring, and post-craniotomy care. American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week assignment at a Trauma Level I hospital, requiring CA RN licensure and prior travel nursing experience.

Numbers & Facts

LocationLa Jolla, CA

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in La Jolla, California.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/30/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week assignment at a Trauma Level I hospital, requiring CA RN licensure and prior travel nursing experience.

Details

  • Work in the Intensive Care Unit of a Trauma Level I hospital
  • Patient population includes medical, surgical, neuro, and trauma ICU cases
  • 1:2 patient ratio
  • Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00 AM-7:30 PM)
  • Uses Epic EMR system
  • May be required to float down and across the health system's 5 hospitals to like units or lower acuity units, excluding the ED
  • Required to work 4 weekend shifts within a 4-week cycle
  • Required to work at least one holiday, including the holiday weekend

Requirements

  • Active CA RN license in hand at time of consideration (Temp or Perm, no EMSA)
  • Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA certifications required, may obtain/renew NIHSS during onboarding if needed)
  • TNCC certification preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of ICU-specific experience, including experience within the last year in an ICU setting
  • Prior travel nursing experience required
  • Epic or combined Epic/Cerner experience within the last 6 months required
  • Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
  • Trauma Level I hospital experience required
  • Skills required include IV therapy, central line and arterial line management, ventilator management, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, CRRT, and management of neurological conditions such as EVD, ICP monitoring, and post-craniotomy care
  • 1 supervisory-level professional reference required

Additional Information

  • Provide critical care nursing to medical, surgical, neuro, and trauma ICU patients
  • Required to float at or below skillset and may occasionally float to another campus or location depending on needs
  • Maximum 7 days of requested time off (RTO), with no additional requests after consideration
  • Candidates must not be local within a 100-mile radius, except for LVNs/MAs
  • Candidates who have been on assignment in San Diego for 9+ months are considered local and not eligible
  • First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
  • Returning staff or travelers may be considered for the position after a 1-year waiting period
  • Extensions are capped at 1 year, followed by a required 1-year break before returning
  • International travelers must have 1 year of recent or current U.S. work experience

American Traveler Job ID #P-779463. 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

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.

 

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