Travel Intermediate ICU Registered Nurse

Position: Travel Intermediate ICU Registered Nurse - $1,947 per week
Location: Columbia

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, nights

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Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a night shift Intermediate Care Unit position requiring cardiac monitoring skills and EPIC proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Work in an Intermediate Intensive Care Unit (IICU/IMC) setting caring for adult trauma, medical, surgical, and neurology patients

• Patient ratio is 1:3 with admissions from ICUs, direct admits, and rapid response escalations

• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00–07:30), with a requirement of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period

• Use specialized equipment including Hercules patient repositioners, ceiling lifts, and Airtaps

• Floating may be required to other qualified units and campuses as needed

• Requires charting with EPIC; 1 year of EPIC experience is necessary

• Unit serves adult patients requiring frequent monitoring or intervention every 1–2 hours

• Responsibilities include cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and ventilator management

• Holiday coverage may be required according to facility practice

• Scrub requirements not specified; inquire at assignment

• Travelers must reside at least 50 miles from campus for night shift eligibility

• Time off and special scheduling requests must be submitted up front and are subject to approval

• Facility may cancel 1 shift per 2 weeks

Requirements

• Active SC or compact RN license in hand (pending licenses not accepted)

• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS

• At least 2 years of RN experience and 1 completed travel assignment required

• Previous experience in IICU/ICU or comparable progressive care settings (PCU, DOU, IMC, or Stepdown) required

• Ability to manage cardiac and vasoactive drips with medication titration

• Cardiac monitoring experience, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and ventilator experience required

• First time travelers require 3 years’ specialty experience and critical care background

• Must provide two professional references for consideration

Benefits

• 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. 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 - Telemetry - Intermediate Care

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.