Travel ICU RN - Trauma/Neuro Surgery & Medical Cardiac - $2,185 per week
6 days ago
Chandler
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Chandler, Arizona. • Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit, • Discipline: RN, • Start Date: 10/13/2025, • Duration: 13 weeks, • 36 hours per week, • Shift: 12 hours, nights, • Employment Type: Travel American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 1 Trauma ICU night shift position requiring 3 years of recent ICU experience with neuro or CV exposure and active AZ or compact licensure. • Work in an acute care Level I trauma ICU with 32 SICU beds, 36 medical/cardiac ICU beds, and a 12 bed overflow unit, • Patient population includes trauma, neuro-surgical, CVA, status post-TPA, sepsis, ARDS, COVID, CRRT, DKA, and cardiovascular surgeries, • Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:2 or 1:1 depending on acuity, • Care includes titration of critical drips and management of advanced cardiac and neuro patients, • RNs interpret their own cardiac strips using GE monitors, • Mechanical ventilation and respiratory support equipment include Dreager, Hamilton, Puritan Bennett 840, V60 BiPAP, Airvo, • Uses Cerner EMR; prior experience preferred but not required, • Night shifts, 12 hours in length, with self-scheduling and manager balancing as needed, • Three weekend shifts per four-week schedule; weekend shifts vary by day or night, • First to float among all ICU units and may float to telemetry with patient ratios of 1:3 or 1:4 and to a nearby sister facility as needed, • No scheduled call or standby requirements, • Charge nurse does not have assigned patients, and nurse aides are limited to sitters and health unit secretary roles, • Duties include titrating critical drips such as propofol, fentanyl, vasopressors, cardiac and neuro medications, • Care for complex trauma, neuro-surgical, vascular, and cardiac cases in a high acuity environment, • Team includes 24/7 hospitalist/intensivist and respiratory therapy support, • Orientation includes 1-2 days plus skills validation for trauma, neuro, and specialty devices, • Sterile technique testing for Foley catheter and central line dressing changes required on orientation day (two attempts allowed), • First-time travelers are welcome if all experience requirements are met, • Navy scrubs are required, • May only have one holiday off per assignment, • Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible and cannot have worked full time, part time, or PRN for CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity in the past year, • Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted, • Minimum 3 years recent ICU experience required, with at least some neuro or CV ICU exposure, • Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required; pending certifications not accepted, • Must pass a dysrhythmia exam within 24-48 hours prior to acceptance (max two attempts allowed), • Completion of a pass/fail simulation lab on Day 1 of orientation is required, • Must interpret own cardiac strips, • Must provide a copy of driver's license, • Must provide two professional references: one supervisor reference from the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor reference within the last three years, • 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-612524. 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 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.