Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/08/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU position in a heart and vascular critical care setting requiring a MA RN license and advanced cardiac care skills.
\n \n Responsibilities\n
- Position is in a hospital's 30-bed Heart and Vascular Critical Care Unit (HVCC) and 32-bed Medical and Neuro ICU
- Primary patient population includes medical and surgical cardiac, post-cardiac surgery, STEMI, cardiac arrest, heart failure, sepsis, ESRD & AKI requiring CRRT, post-arrest, and neuro critical care cases
- Advanced cardiovascular and critical care devices utilized such as IABP, Impella, Heartmate 2 and 3 LVAD, RVAD, ECMO, and CRRT
- Typical patient ratios are 1:1 or 1:2 depending on acuity
- Float may be required to intermediate care (IMC) units and InterCare as needed
- Day shift, 12-hour shifts
- Unit cares for high-acuity patients including those undergoing open-heart surgery and advanced cardiac procedures
- Supportive staff structure with nurses sometimes out of count and ample ancillary staff
- Floating is required similar to unit staff
- Advanced certifications including CCRN and device competencies are preferred but not required
- Open to experienced ICU nurses; new graduates with minimal experience are not suitable
\n \n Requirements\n
- Active MA RN license required
- Certifications required: American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Minimum 1 year Level 1 ICU or 2 years preferred MICU experience
- Strong ICU background with competency in advanced cardiac and critical care devices preferred
- Submission requires 2 professional references and copies of all active certifications
\n Benefits\n
- 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
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American Traveler Job ID #P-637055. 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.