Travel Adult ICU Trauma & Transplant Nurse - $2,185 per week

American Traveler; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll

CEUs

Travel Reimbursements

Licensure Reimbursement

Per Diem Subsidy

Traveler Discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU for a placement in Phoenix, Arizona, in a Level 1 trauma setting. Licensing must be AZ or compact, with demonstrated ICU expertise and relevant certifications.

The role covers adult ICU pods (SICU/MICU/Trauma) with 12-hour days, weekend shifts every four weeks, and holiday coverage. Orientation includes two shifts; nurses will be expected to titrate ICU drips and perform bedside procedures.

Qualifications

• Active AZ or compact RN license at time of consideration.
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience in a 600+ bed teaching facility.
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (no pending certifications accepted).
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to acceptance (two attempts allowed).
• Must pass a Day 1 SIMs Lab skills assessment on Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes.
• Must provide two professional references (one supervisor from past 12 months, another peer or supervisor from last 3 years).
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility (DL used to verify address).
• Cannot have been employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity in the past year.

Responsibilities

• Work in an Adult ICU encompassing SICU, MICU, and Trauma ICU pods within an acute care setting.
• Level 1 trauma, 40 beds per unit and 120 beds total.
• Patient populations include medical, surgical, and trauma cases with common diagnoses such as sepsis, GI bleed, DKA, post-operative recovery, transplants, and trauma injuries.
• RNs will titrate common ICU drips and are required to read and interpret their own cardiac monitor strips.
• Equipment includes ventilators (Cervo I, Jets, Oscillators), CPAP, BiPap, and telemetry monitors.
• Uses Cerner EMR; prior experience is preferred.
• 12-hour shifts with self-scheduling (7-7), three weekend shifts every four weeks, and holiday coverage required per unit rotation.
• ICU RNs will float among all ICU areas and may float to MedSurg/Tele and St. Joseph Westgate campus.
• Unit orientation includes two shifts on the floor.
• Main responsibilities include caring for critically ill medical, surgical, and trauma patients, titrating drips, and performing bedside procedures such as bronchoscopy and hemodialysis catheter placement.
• Intensivists and respiratory therapy staff are present in the ICU 24/7.
• RNs are expected to maintain sterile field and demonstrate competency in key procedures during SIMs Lab; failure may result in termination of assignment.
• Dress code is navy scrubs, natural hair color, no facial piercings, and men must be clean-shaven for fit testing.
• Travel teams must have their own vehicles.
• Pass/fail exams on day 1 of orientation include sterile technique and basic ICU skills.
• RNs are expected to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary ICU team.
• First-time travelers will be considered if all requirements are met.

Skills

ICU nursing

Critical care

Tools

Cerner EMR

Ventilators

Telemetry

Job description

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Adult ICU position in a Level 1 trauma setting requiring AZ or compact licensure and advanced certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in an Adult ICU encompassing SICU, MICU, and Trauma ICU pods within an acute care setting
• Level 1 trauma, 40 beds per unit and 120 beds total
• Patient populations include medical, surgical, and trauma cases with common diagnoses such as sepsis, GI bleed, DKA, post-operative recovery, transplants, and trauma injuries
• RNs will titrate common ICU drips and are required to read and interpret their own cardiac monitor strips
• Equipment includes ventilators (Cervo I, Jets, Oscillators), CPAP, BiPap, and telemetry monitors
• Uses Cerner EMR; prior experience is preferred
• 12-hour shifts with self-scheduling (7-7), three weekend shifts every four weeks, and holiday coverage required per unit rotation
• ICU RNs will float among all ICU areas and may float to MedSurg/Tele and St. Joseph Westgate campus
• Unit orientation includes two shifts on the floor
• Main responsibilities include caring for critically ill medical, surgical, and trauma patients, titrating drips, and performing bedside procedures such as bronchoscopy and hemodialysis catheter placement
• Intensivists and respiratory therapy staff are present in the ICU 24/7
• RNs are expected to maintain sterile field and demonstrate competency in key procedures during SIMs Lab; failure may result in termination of assignment
• Dress code is navy scrubs, natural hair color, no facial piercings, and men must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Travel teams must have their own vehicles
• Pass/fail exams on day 1 of orientation include sterile technique and basic ICU skills
• RNs are expected to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary ICU team
• First-time travelers will be considered if all requirements are met

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience in a 600+ bed teaching facility
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (no pending certifications accepted)
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam prior to acceptance (two attempts allowed)
• Must pass a Day 1 SIMs Lab skills assessment on Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
• Must provide two professional references (one supervisor from past 12 months, another peer or supervisor from last 3 years)
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility (DL used to verify address)
• Cannot have been employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity in the past year
• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-640307. 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.