Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,468 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Riverside
Posted on: February 5, 2026

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Riverside, California. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 02/16/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit with a California RN license and advanced critical care skills. Responsibilities - Work in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) of a hospital setting - Patient ratios are typically 1:2 or 1:1 depending on acuity - Uses specialized equipment including tele monitors, EV1000, bladder scanner, and ventilators - Documentation is completed using Meditech EMR - Scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts per week from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM - May float to Telemetry, Step-down, and other ICU units - Responsibilities include caring for critically ill surgical patients, managing advanced life-support equipment, and performing or assisting with advanced ICU procedures such as chest tube insertion, tracheostomy, bronchoscopy, and intubation - Team support includes access to a unit secretary and patient care techs - Blue scrubs are required as the unit dress code - NIHSS certification must remain current at all times - First-time travelers are not specified as being eligible for this position Requirements - Active California RN license required - A minimum of 2 years clinical ICU experience in the placement area is required - Certifications needed: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) - Experience in titration of drips, neuro management, trauma, trach care, ventilation, chest drainage, thoracentesis, urinary catheterization, dialysis (SLED), EVD, and CRRT required - Advanced skills in arterial line management, central venous catheter management, cardiac monitoring, pulmonary artery catheter management, and lumbar/EVD drain management preferred - Must provide required documents for consideration, including US Social Security Number and date of birth - No gaps in work history of 90 days or more in the past 12 months - Applicants must live more than 50 miles from the facility Benefits - High Pay and Bonuses - Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options - 401(k) Plan - Weekly Payroll Deposit - Free Online CEUs - Generous Housing Allowance - Travel and Licensure Reimbursements - Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy - Traveler Rewards and Discounts American Traveler Job ID P-664061. 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.

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