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 Montgomery, Alabama.

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  04/13/2026
• 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:
  
  Apr 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a mixed-acuity ICU/intermediate care unit position in Montgomery, AL, requiring at least 1 year of ICU experience and ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications.

• Work in a mixed-acuity unit that includes intermediate care and non-vented ICU-level patients on an 18-bed unit
• Level II Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center hospital with 492 beds
• Neurological and post-procedural patient population including post-TNK, neuro IR procedures (embolizations, angiography), hemorrhages/aneurysms, burr holes, post VP shunt placements, post craniotomy/craniectomy, lumbar drains, spinal cord injuries, EVDs, continuous EEG, and neuro/spine surgery
• Also manages patients with Respiratory Failure, CHF, Hypotension, Sepsis, AMS, Acute Neurological Diagnoses, DKA, and electrolyte abnormalities
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:3 based on acuity; CNA support at 1:12
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, with night shift availability (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM); 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required; back-to-back weekends possible but rare
• No on-call requirements
• 6-week schedule cycle
• EMR:
  Cerner
• IV pump:
  Plum 360; medication dispensing:
  Omnicell; monitors:
  Spacelabs & Resparray
• Floating may occur to like units (MS-MS, MS-ICU task, ICU-ICU, ICU-MS task limited to 3, ICU-ER/holds)

• Active AL RN license or compact RN license required (pending license with ETA may be considered)
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required; first-time travelers must have at least 2 years of ICU experience
• Experience managing patients on BiPAP/CPAP required
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation skills required, including reading and measuring telemetry strips
• Experience with CVP monitoring, hemodynamic line monitoring, post-surgical drains, trachs, and chest tubes required
• Experience titrating drips including Cardizem, Dobutamine, Dopamine, Esmolol, Insulin, Cardene, Nitro, Levophed, and Epinephrine required
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Required for consideration: 1 reference from a charge nurse or above within the past 12 months, copy of certifications, SSN, and date of birth (day and month)

• Unit is in an intentional culture-building phase, with a shared commitment to improvement, accountability, and staff voice
• Strong departmental support includes CNAs, HUC/receptionist, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, rapid response team, dedicated educator and nurse mentor, RT 24/7, hospitalist 24/7, and intensivist 24/7
• Orientation for new travelers or those returning after 1+ year absence includes 24 hours of classroom time and 24 hours of on-unit orientation; rehire orientation depends on last date at the facility
• Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor seasonal holiday per policy; specific holiday dates are not guaranteed off prior to arrival
• Up to 7 days of time off may be approved, excluding blackout dates
• Scrub color: any
• Free parking available on campus and in the parking deck
• Former permanent staff must wait 6 months before being considered as a traveler
• An interview is required; this facility does not use auto-offers
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply with a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience

American Traveler Job  #P-683609. 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.