Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,380 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Lexington
Posted on: November 3, 2025

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Prestonburg, Kentucky. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an ICU/CCU position with night shifts, requiring a KY or compact RN license and critical care experience. Responsibilities - Work in the ICU/CCU of a hospital setting - Night shift schedule, 19:00-07:30 - Patient ratio is typically 1:2 in the ICU/CCU - Uses Meditech EMR for documentation - Assignment is a 13-week contract with a 36/48 weekly hour rotation - Bi-weekly orientation provided - Responsibilities include providing high acuity care to critically ill adult patients in the ICU/CCU - Must be able to adapt to fluctuating patient ratios based on census and staffing - Travel pairs are not permitted for this assignment - No local candidates will be considered for this position Requirements - Active KY or compact RN license required - Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience - Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications required - NIH Stroke Scale certification required - Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility to be considered 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 ID P-614114. 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.

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