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American Traveler

Travel ICU Nurse - $2,638 per week

American Traveler, Oxnard, California, United States, 93033

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

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 ICU RN for a night shift position requiring a current CA RN license and strong critical care experience.

Responsibilities

Work in a 20-bed ICU and CCU within an acute care hospital setting

Patient population includes neuro surgery (craniotomies, carotids, ventriculostomies, ICP monitoring), open heart, post-caths, impellas, and balloon pumps

Drips commonly managed include vasoactive agents, levophed, norepinephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, propofol, and fentanyl

Ventilator management required; no CRRT or ECMO

Nurses are responsible for cardiac monitoring and must read their own strips using Phillips monitors

Cerner EMR is used; experience preferred

Night shifts (7p-7a), with every other weekend required

Floating required, including to IMCU (stepdown) or Observation units

Self-scheduling is offered but not always guaranteed

Nurses will participate in the care of complex surgical and cardiac patients, including monitoring, drips, and advanced interventions

Orientation includes three unit‑specific shifts

Navy scrubs are required

Travelers may be required to work one major and one minor holiday with perm staff rotation

No IV team support; nurse aides present for select duties (blood draws, EKGs, tech duties)

Hospitalist or intensivist present in‑house; on‑call after hours

Pharmacy and respiratory therapy available 24/7

First‑time travelers may be considered

Candidates cannot have been directly employed by the affiliated health system within the past year

Requirements

Active CA RN license required at the time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted

Minimum 3 years of ICU experience required

Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; PALS preferred

Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years

Experience with neuro and cardiac ICU patients preferred

Cerner EMR experience preferred

Must provide a valid driver’s license for consideration

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-638097. 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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