Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Monroe, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• 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 12-hour night shift travel contract at a 174-bed hospital in Monroe, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and Epic proficiency.

• 14-bed Medical ICU unit within a 174-bed acute care hospital in Monroe, NC
• Adult patient population with diagnoses including sepsis, DKA, stroke, CIWA, respiratory/kidney/liver failure, GI bleeds, surgical cases, CHF, and COPD — no cardiothoracic or high-level neuro surgeries
• Patient ratio of 1:2–3 depending on staffing
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM (1900–0700)
• Weekend rotation requires 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling cycle; shifts may fall on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday
• 50% of assigned holidays must be worked
• 6-week schedule cycles with the ability to submit schedule requests, though the supervisor balances the schedule to unit needs
• May float to other areas to care for ICU or PCU patients;
  Med Surg float is possible but uncommon; float rotation is shared with staff
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• EMR:
  Epic (experience required), IV pumps:
  Alaris, medication dispensing:
  Omnicell, monitors:
  Philips
• Candidates must have a permanent address located more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
• Former employees of any AHSE facility who held a permanent position must be separated for at least 1 year before being eligible
• Night shift support includes 1 CNA who also covers HUC duties, a charge RN who participates in Rapid Response/Code Teams, remote monitoring via in-room cameras with access to a remote triage RN and virtual critical care physician, phlebotomy available 24/7 (though ICU staff draw their own labs), anesthesia available for central line placements, and RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist coverage around the clock
• PICC team and in-person Intensivist are available during daytime hours only
• Bedside monitors and central monitors at the nurses' station are available
• Orientation includes a general facility NEO followed by 2 unit orientation shifts
• Up to 7 days of requested time off (RTO) may be approved
• Scrub color required:
  Navy Blue
• Free parking is available on site
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

• Active NC or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with vented patients, tracheostomies, chest tubes, critical drip maintenance, central line maintenance, arterial lines, wound care, wound vacs, drains, cardiac rhythm interpretation, PIV starts, and NG tube insertion/maintenance
• At least 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration

• 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  #P-677362. 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.