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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 30, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 3 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week assignment requiring active CA RN license, prior travel experience, and Epic charting proficiency. Details Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital setting Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM Patient ratio of 1:2 Uses Epic EMR, required experience noted in work history Community hospital experience preferred Requirements Active CA RN license required in-hand at time of application (EMSA not accepted)

Current certifications required in-hand: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS Minimum 1 year of ICU charge nurse experience required Minimum 1 year of acute care experience required Minimum 1 year of specialty experience within the past 2 years required for specialized units Prior travel nursing experience required Two supervisor references required at time of application Experience with IV therapy, central/arterial/PICC line management, ventilator management, and cardiac drip titration Skilled in interpretation of ABGs, EKG/ECG, and management of dysrhythmias Experience with CVA/stroke management and multisystem organ dysfunction care preferred Additional Information Provide comprehensive critical care nursing to ICU patients including cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, neurological, and GI conditions Administer emergency medications, continuous sedation, and manage high-acuity interventions Support patients requiring hemodialysis, massive transfusion protocols, and isolation precautions Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travel candidates Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year to return as a traveler RTO must be submitted with the application and confirmed via screenshot; no RTO permitted within the first two weeks of the assignment, with a maximum of 7 days preferred per 13-week contract Manager interview may or may not be conducted prior to assignment confirmation American Traveler Job ID P-782035. 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.