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American Traveler

Travel Critical Care Float Registered Nurse - $2,228 per week

American Traveler, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

12/29/2025

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 Critical Care Float position, requiring a MO or compact RN license and ICU experience.

Responsibilities

Work in a short-term acute care hospital setting

Float between multiple ICUs including Trauma, Oncology, Cardiac/Heart and Vascular, Neurology, Medicine, and COVID units

May float to inpatient floors as needed with a maximum ratio of 1:3 for non-ICU units

ICU nurse-to-patient ratio is 2:1 on all shifts

Night shift position working three 12-hour shifts from 18:45 to 07:15

Every other weekend is required

Use of Epic EMR system; Epic experience required

Scrub color is navy blue

Duties include floating between critical care units and inpatient floors as assigned

May be asked to work as a patient sitter if needed

Candidates may be floated to affiliate hospitals nearby

Preferred skills include Swans-hemodynamic interpretation, IABP, Impella, ECMO, vasoactive drips, CRRT, trauma experience, PA lines, triage, and Level 1 Trauma experience

Must complete required modules prior to start date

Navy blue scrubs are required

Free parking is provided

No medical marijuana cards accepted

No more than 7 days of requested time off allowed per 13-week contract and none during the first week

Candidates must be able to complete fit testing for N95 or equivalent

Requirements

Active MO or compact RN license required at the time of consideration

Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required

BLS and ACLS certifications required

Experience with vents, IV start, telemetry, and conscious sedation required

Epic charting experience required

Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility—no local candidates accepted

Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler

Will not accept first time travelers

Valid SSN and date of birth required 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-640582. 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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