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Travel ICU RN - $2,362 per week

American Traveler

  • Enumclaw, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • $2,362 Per Week

Highlights

Patient population includes ventilated patients, respiratory distress, medical/ortho/abdominal surgery, stable strokes with TPA, STEMIs not requiring intervention, hysterectomies, infectious disease, and occasional pediatric cases (lap appys, GI scopes). American Traveler is hiring an ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2 years of ICU experience and the ability to float to Med Surg.

Numbers & Facts

LocationEnumclaw, WA

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Enumclaw, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
  • 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 ICU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring 2 years of ICU experience and the ability to float to Med Surg.

Details

  • Combined unit with 4 ICU beds and 19 Medical beds, with capacity to convert beds to ICU or PCU as needed
  • Patient ratios: Med Surg 1:5 (pediatric patients ages 4-17 at 1:4), PCU 1:3-4, ICU 1:1 or 1:2 (ICU ratios are not flexed)
  • Patient population includes ventilated patients, respiratory distress, medical/ortho/abdominal surgery, stable strokes with TPA, STEMIs not requiring intervention, hysterectomies, infectious disease, and occasional pediatric cases (lap appys, GI scopes)
  • No dialysis or cath lab on unit; unstable patients are transferred out
  • RNs titrate all critical drips including sedation, vasoactive medications, and paralytics
  • Uses EPIC EMR
  • 12-hour night shifts from 6p to 0630, with set or block scheduling in 6-week increments
  • Every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday/Sunday nights)
  • Holiday rotation required with permanent staff
  • No call or standby requirement
  • Must float within Region II facilities as needed: St. Clare Hospital (Lakewood, WA), St. Joseph Medical Center (Tacoma, WA), and St. Elizabeth Hospital (Enumclaw, WA)
  • Charge Nurse and/or Hospital Resource Nurse (HRN) on every shift, with SWAT RNs supporting PICC/midline/IV needs
  • Respiratory Therapy in house 24/7 managing vent, BiPap, and CPAP settings
  • Telemetry monitoring with virtual monitor tech support via Vocera; RNs must read and interpret their own telemetry strips
  • Virtual ICU nurses and in-room cameras present

Requirements

  • Active WA or Compact RN license required
  • Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and PALS or ENPC
  • Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
  • Must be able to take full Med Surg assignments as part of unit rotation
  • Strong vent management knowledge required
  • BSN not required

Additional Information

  • ICU nurses are also members of the Code Team, though travelers will not be required to function on the Code Team unless they have that experience
  • Pediatric experience preferred but not required
  • Must demonstrate strong autonomy and willingness to ask for help when needed
  • Any color professional scrubs permitted
  • Unit-specific orientation ranges from 2-6 shifts depending on traveler's comfort level

American Traveler Job ID #P-767884. 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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