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Travel ICU RN - $2,346 per week

American Traveler

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • $2,346 Per Week

Highlights

Patient population includes trauma, GSW, severe head trauma, stab wounds, CABG, IABP, CHF, GI bleed, DKA, stroke requiring TPA, long bone fractures, GI surgeries, and major transfusions. Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years worked, each including employment dates and rehire eligibility.

Numbers & Facts

LocationLos Angeles, CA

Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/16/2026
  • 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 16, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 5

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment requiring an active CA RN license and 2 years of ICU experience.

Details

  • Work in a 32-bed, all-private-room Intensive Care Unit in an acute care hospital setting
  • Patient population includes trauma, GSW, severe head trauma, stab wounds, CABG, IABP, CHF, GI bleed, DKA, stroke requiring TPA, long bone fractures, GI surgeries, and major transfusions
  • Patient ratios are 1:2, moving to 1:1 for high acuity patients
  • Uses Cerner EMR
  • Nihon Kohden bedside monitors used; nurses must read and interpret their own telemetry strips
  • Manages critical drips including Cardizem, dobutamine, dopamine, TPA, and other critical gtts
  • Ventilator management required
  • 24/7 in-house hospitalist/intensivist, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy support
  • Charge nurse functions as a shift manager without a patient load
  • 12-hour day shifts (7a-7p)
  • Every other weekend required
  • Holiday coverage required for 2 of 3 major holidays
  • Floating required to Tele or occasionally ER for holds; travelers are first to float
  • Floor-specific orientation of 2 days provided for candidates with Cerner experience

Requirements

  • Active CA RN license required
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
  • LA City Fire & Safety certification required
  • Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
  • Minimum 1 year of travel nursing experience required
  • Sheath pulling experience preferred
  • EKG basic dysrhythmia course, pharmacology, and TNCC preferred
  • Must be comfortable with bedside reporting and self-confident clinical practice
  • Familiarity with stroke and cardiac prophylactic bundles, ABCDE bundle, and VAP bundle preferred
  • Driver's license copy required for consideration
  • Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years worked, each including employment dates and rehire eligibility

Additional Information

  • Provide critical care nursing to a high-acuity ICU population including trauma, cardiac, stroke, and GI patients
  • Navy scrub color required
  • Work alongside a diverse staff team
  • Self-scheduling available for new schedules; placement into existing schedules is based on unit need
  • No IV team or dedicated nurse aides on the unit
  • Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-777355. 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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