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American Traveler lists this Travel Surgical ICU RN - $3,206 per week opportunity in pierpont, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Columbia, Missouri. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level 1 Trauma Surgical ICU position requiring 2 years of general ICU experience and MO or compact RN licensure. Details Surgical ICU setting within a Level 1 Trauma Hospital Patient population includes MVC, falls, GSW, penetrating trauma, burns, necrotizing fasciitis, sepsis, multi-system organ failure, ARDS, perforated bowel, AAA repair, carotid endarterectomy, and fem-pop bypass cases Patient ratio of 1:2 Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM 36 or 48 hour contracts available Mandatory floating to PCU or MS units, including as a Patient Observer/Sitter Cerner charting system preferred but not required Requirements Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration Current BLS and ACLS certifications required CCRN and PALS certifications preferred Minimum 2 years of general ICU experience required Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred Previous charge nurse experience preferred Skills in IV therapy, central line care, arterial line management, and blood product administration required Ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, and ETT/NT suctioning experience required Experience with continuous IV sedation and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips required Experience managing EVDs, ICP monitoring, and post neurosurgery/TBI/spinal cord injury patients required Ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias required Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs Additional Information Provide critical care nursing services to a high-acuity surgical trauma ICU population Required to work 50% of holidays falling within the contract period, with flexibility on which specific holidays are worked Position requires ability to take call and work assigned weekends Facility operates 24/7/365, requiring rotating shifts and willingness to work during inclement weather First-time travelers are welcome to apply Local candidates are accepted, though those within 50 miles are not eligible and those living 51-74 miles away will be offered a local rate Local candidates will not be eligible for contract extensions beyond the initial assignment Maximum RTO of 10 days, with none permitted during the first week due to orientation requirements American Traveler Job ID P- . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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
Worksite address
pierpont, MO, 65201, US
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