Job Description

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Prescott Valley, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/02/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position in a Multi Care Unit, requiring an active AZ or compact RN license and strong ICU/PCU skills.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in a 10-bed Multi Care Unit (MCU) with combined ICU, PCU, and MST patient populations
• Acute care hospital environment with all acuity levels managed on a single unit
• Nurse-to-patient ratios depend on acuity: ICU 1:2, PCU 1:4, MST 1:5-6, or 1:3 if no nurse aide is available
• Common cases include sepsis, substance withdrawal, respiratory failure, DKA, post-op complications, and cardiac/pressure abnormalities
• RN is required to titrate sedation, vasopressors, and insulin drips
• Ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP used on the unit with RT support
• Uses Cerner EMR
• 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend required (Friday/Saturday for nights)
• Holiday rotation for fair coverage
• First to float policy, with floating within campus and to sister units including ICU/PCU and adult cases in peds unit, and to West Campus in Prescott with two-hour notice
• Staff may be placed on standby if census is low
• RNs are responsible for managing ICU, PCU, and MST patients in a single adaptable unit
• Charge RN supports overall unit operations
• Remote Monitor Techs assist with telemetry monitoring for PCU and MST patients
• Must wear any scrub color except camouflage
• Unit and hospital orientation provided
• Holiday coverage required as part of a rotation
• Candidates who fail the dysrhythmia or sterile technique exam on the second attempt are ineligible for 6 months at this system

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of application
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required; will consider 1 year ICU and 1 year PCU/Med Surg in larger hospitals with strong skills
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Must pass a dysrhythmia (Relias) exam with 80% within two attempts prior to hire
• Ability to monitor and interpret 12-lead EKGs and cardiac rhythms
• Must be able to titrate critical care drips including sedation and vasopressors
• Must not have been employed by any CommonSpirit-associated facility (including CHI and Dignity) in the past 12 months
• Permanent residence must be at least 50 miles from the facility
• Valid driver's license required
• Two references required: one supervisor from the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the past three years

\n Benefits\n

• 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

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American Traveler Job ID #P-637544. 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

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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Permanent employment, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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