American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Washington, District of Columbia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, rotating
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a critical care float pool position requiring 2 years of experience, a prior travel assignment, and a DC RN license in hand.
Details
- Critical care float pool role covering overflow MICU/SICU and other ICU/IMC units across the facility
- May be assigned to any ICU or IMC area, including coverage of ICU/IMC boarders throughout the hospital
- Day shift (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:30) or Night shift (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30) available
- Rotating 36/48 hour A/P schedule with every other weekend required
- Holiday coverage required as needed
- Cerner charting system experience preferred
Requirements
- Active DC RN license required in hand
- BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS also required
- 2 years of recent ICU experience within the last 7 years required
- At least 1 previous travel assignment required for consideration
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Previous charge experience preferred
- Skills required include IV therapy, central line care/management, PICC line management, arterial line management, blood product administration, ventilator care, BiPAP/CPAP management, HFNC, ABG interpretation, ETT/NT suctioning, continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, cardiac drip titration, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, 12-lead EKG acquisition, CVA/acute stroke management, and IV insulin protocols
- Additional preferred skills include CVVHD/CRRT, continuous IV paralytics/neuromuscular blockade, EVD, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, post-craniotomy and post-neurosurgery management, FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring, and pulmonary artery line/Swan Ganz monitoring
- Two supervisory references required, including one from the most recent assignment, supporting at least 2 years of experience in the past 3 years
- Driver's license copy required at time of consideration
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing support across ICU and IMC units as needed based on staffing office assignment
- Candidates must complete facility- and unit-specific training modules within one week of signing their contract
- Labs and drug screening appointments must be completed within 48 hours of signing
- Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with at least 80% overall and 100% on lethal rhythms
- No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment, with a maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract
- Local candidates accepted at a lower rate within a 60-mile radius
- Previous MedStar employees must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a traveler
- Manager interviews are not guaranteed; candidates must be comfortable proceeding without one
- First-time travelers will not be considered for this position due to the required prior travel assignment
American Traveler Job ID #P-751985. 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.