American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline : RN Start Date : 11 / 17 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift ICU position requiring strong neuro experience, previous travel experience, and a KY or compact RN license. Responsibilities Work in the ICU of a hospital setting Primarily cares for neurological and multisystem organ dysfunction / failure patients Night shifts (3x12 hours, 19 : 00–07 : 00) Expected to work 3–4 weekend shifts per month (Friday or Saturday night) Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1 : 1 to 1 : 2 Responsibilities include airway management, vented patient care, artline and central line management, management of IV drips, interpretation of ABGs and dysrhythmias, continuous IV sedation, titration of IV vasopressors, and isolation precautions Cares for patients post-fempops, CEAs, thoracic surgeries, craniotomies, and neurosurgeries Uses Epic for computerized documentation Floating to different units may be required Care for critically ill patients with neurological or multisystem conditions, including post-operative neurosurgical cases Responsibilities include managing ventilators, central and artline access, IV drips, sedation, and complex monitoring Annual and orientation modules are required and completed online First-time travelers are accepted for this position Return staff must wait at least 2 years before being eligible to travel again Requirements Active KY or compact RN license required Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required A minimum of 2 years recent ICU experience and at least 1.5 years of recent ICU experience required Strong neuro ICU experience required Previous travel experience required Must submit 2 professional references for consideration Must live more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible as a traveler Experienced with Epic EMR 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-622276. 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.
Travel Rn Neuro Icu • Lexington, KY, US