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American Traveler lists this Travel ICU RN - $2,709 per week opportunity in hayes valley, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in San Francisco, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/16/2026 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: Nov 16, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level I Trauma hospital requiring a CA RN license and 3 years of ICU experience. Details 13-week ICU assignment at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts, Weekend rotation required with no on-call obligations Floating required as needed Epic charting system used Neuro ICU and Surgical ICU settings Requirements Active California RN license Current BLS (AHA), ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required CCRN and TNCC certifications preferred 3 years of ICU experience required, 4 years preferred Level I Trauma hospital experience required Teaching hospital experience preferred Previous charge nurse experience preferred Epic charting system experience required 2 supervisor references obtained within the past year required Skilled in IV therapy, arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and chest tube assistance Experience managing acute/chronic renal failure and CRRT/CVVHD preferred Experience with continuous IV sedation, procedural sedation, and titrating cardiac/vasoactive drips Experience with CVA/stroke management, EVD, ICP monitoring, hypothermia protocol, and post-neurosurgical and traumatic brain injury care Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and hemodynamic monitoring such as Swan-Ganz and FloTrac/Vigileo preferred ECMO and LVAD/RVAD experience preferred Experience with TAVR, valve repair/replacement, and sheath removal Knowledge of infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, and IV insulin protocols Additional Information Provide critical care nursing to complex ICU patients including neuro, cardiac, pulmonary, renal, and multisystem organ dysfunction cases Manage patients with high-acuity needs including ventilator support, continuous sedation, and vasoactive drip titration Work within a trauma-level teaching hospital environment Candidates must live within a 50-mile radius to qualify for local candidate rate Returning employees must have a 1-year separation before being eligible to return as a traveler Maximum of 7 days RTO per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved Holiday coverage required for New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Must complete lab work within 3-5 days of contract signing First-time travelers may be considered if all requirements are met American Traveler Job ID P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.5c143e31-5e -b d
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