American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- 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: Aug 17, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Cardiothoracic ICU float pool position at an academic medical center in Chapel Hill, NC, requiring at least 1 year of nursing experience and active NC or compact RN licensure.
Details
- Cardiothoracic ICU float pool position within an academic medical center inpatient setting
- As part of the ICU float pool, nurses may be assigned to any ICU unit based on need, including Surgical, Neuro, Medicine, Cardiac, Cardiovascular, and Burn Center ICUs
- May also float to stepdown units as needed
- Patient ratios are generally 1:1, with a maximum of 1:3; stepdown assignments carry a 1:3 ratio
- Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week (36 hours/week)
- 48-hour weeks may be offered
- Every other weekend (EOW) required
- No on-call required
Requirements
- Active RN license in North Carolina or a compact RN license recognized in NC
- Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC)
- Current ACLS certification
- Current NIHSS certification
- Minimum 1 year of nursing experience
- Nursing Diploma, ADN, or ASN from an accredited nursing program required; BSN or MSN preferred
- Two professional references required for consideration
Additional Information
- Responsibilities include patient assessment, care planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, discharge planning, and complex patient care across ICU and stepdown settings
- Expected to advocate for patients and families and address cultural and ethnic considerations in care planning
- Holiday coverage required every other holiday (EOH)
- BSN or MSN is preferred but not required
American Traveler Job ID #P-733596. 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.