Travel ICU Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/09/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU night shift position requiring critical care skills and a WV or compact RN license.

• Position is in an 18-bed ICU with all private negative-pressure rooms in an acute care hospital
• Common patient diagnoses include sepsis, pneumonia, COVID, CHF, COPD, DKA, overdose, renal failure, neurosurgery, general surgery, MI, and vascular cases
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2, with 1:1 ratios for CRRT or organ donation and up to 1:3 during overflow or stepdown
• RNs are required to titrate all critical care drips and manage central lines, CRRT, IABP, ventilators, and post-code/therapeutic hypothermia care
• Work schedule is 12-hour night shifts with weekend and possible holiday coverage as needed
• RNs will float to Stepdown and Med Surg units as required
• EMR system used is Epic; completion of Epic education is mandatory before floor assignment
• Self-scheduling and block scheduling is allowed, subject to unit needs
• Primary duties include managing critically ill adult patients and titrating drips per protocol
• RNs are responsible for monitoring and interpreting cardiac rhythms using Philips monitoring systems
• Dedicated respiratory therapists are present daily and overnight coverage includes all critical care units
• Pharmacist is available on unit from  daily
• Staff required to wear royal blue scrubs; jackets must be scrub jackets, hoodies and sweatshirts are not permitted
• First-time travelers may be considered
• Candidates cannot work at any WVU location for more than a cumulative year without taking a 2-year break

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years recent RN experience, with at least 1 year of critical care required
• Certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), NIHSS
• Competency with CRRT, IABP, ventilators, vasoactive medications, sedation, paralytics, and post-code hypothermia required
• Must submit an unexpired copy of driver's license for consideration
• Must complete general orientation, Epic EMR education, and all competency modules before starting
• Must meet local candidate eligibility: no local travelers, must live more than 50 miles from the facility
• Returning travelers must have a 2-year break if previously employed or worked within the health system or any WVU Medicine location

• 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-663361. 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.