American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Billings, Montana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/28/2026
- 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: Sep 28, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring MICU/SICU experience and independent management of high-acuity trauma, neuro, and surgical patients.
Details
- Work in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) of a Level I Trauma Center
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours), 19:00-7:30, with possible block scheduling for day/night shifts
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Cares for complex, high-acuity medical, trauma, neuro, and surgical ICU patients
- Floats primarily within the Critical Care Division, with additional floating to other units as census needs require
- Weekend requirements vary based on unit needs
- Cerner charting system experience preferred
Requirements
- Active RN license (MT or Compact) currently in hand
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
- PALS certification preferred
- Minimum 1+ year of experience in specialty required
- MICU and/or SICU experience required; float pool-only experience does not meet position requirements
- Level I Trauma experience required; Level II Trauma experience preferred
- Teaching hospital experience preferred
- Previous charge experience preferred
- Proficiency in skills including IV therapy, arterial line management, central and PICC line care, blood product administration, and TPN/lipids administration
- Experience with ventilator management, ABG interpretation, and care of ventilated patients
- Experience managing vasoactive and cardiac drips, and continuous IV sedation
- Experience with neurological care including EVD, ICP monitoring, and post-craniotomy/neurosurgery management
- References required for consideration
Additional Information
- Provide independent, competent nursing care to high-acuity trauma, neuro, and surgical ICU patients
- Not suitable for novice or entry-level RNs
- Must reside within a 75-mile radius of the facility; local candidates not accepted
- Previous permanent employees must have a 2-year break in employment before returning
- License or background check hits considered on a case-by-case basis
- Facility does not typically float travelers to affiliate hospitals unless otherwise agreed upon during interview or offer
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply provided they meet the experience requirements
American Traveler Job ID #P-751060. 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 - Surgical 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.