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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 01/04/2027 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Jan 4, 2027 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an ICU RN for a day shift position requiring strong neuro critical care experience and an active VA or Compact RN license. Details Work in the ICU of a hospital setting Typical patient ratio of 1:2-3 Day shift schedule, 4x12 hours from 7:00 to 19:30, with 3x12 and 48-hour contract options available Every other weekend and holiday coverage required within the contract Floating required to Stepdown Unit, Emergency Department, or Medical-Surgical units to care for ICU patients being held Epic EMR experience required Requirements Active VA or Compact RN license in hand at time of consideration, no exceptions Current certifications: BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association only), and NIHSS Three years of critical care experience preferred Strong neuro critical care experience required Proficiency in ventilator management, IV drip titration, telemetry monitoring, conscious sedation, and dysrhythmia recognition and management required Experience with arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, and blood product administration required Experience managing patients with CVA/acute stroke, EVD, ICP monitoring, post-craniotomy, and traumatic brain injury required Experience with continuous IV sedation, paralytics, and titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips required No history of license or background hits allowed No history of fit test issues allowed; facility cannot accommodate a PAPR Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to medical, surgical, neuro, and trauma ICU patient populations Perform EKG/telemetry competency testing with a required passing score of 80% or higher, with no remediation available Complete approximately 3 hours of pre-start modules Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position Requested time off must be submitted in advance for review and approval on a case-by-case basis First-time travelers are not preferred for this position American Traveler Job ID P-785220. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.