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Vivian Health

Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,120 per week

Vivian Health, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

01/05/2026

Duration:

13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours, nights

Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with a MO or compact license, recent ICU experience, and advanced certifications for a night shift assignment.

Responsibilities

Work in the ICU of a Magnet-designated, Level I trauma, teaching hospital

Patient population includes respiratory failure/ARDS, acute cardiac issues, stroke, cardiac arrest, DKA, multi-organ failure, sepsis, and transplant cases

Pre- and post-op cardiac, thoracic, and abdominal surgeries as well as medicine and neuro-medicine overflow

Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2

Night shift, 3x12 hours (19:00-07:30), every other weekend required

No on-call required

Floating required within ICU service line and potentially to ICU units at affiliate hospitals

Uses Epic charting system

Utilizes specialized equipment including IV pumps, CRRT/dialysis, ventilators, BiPAP, hemodynamic/invasive monitoring, and defibrillators

Responsible for comprehensive ICU nursing duties including ventilator management, emergent interventions, infection prevention, and care of complex, critically ill patients

Must wear navy scrubs

Holiday coverage required as scheduled

Pre-employment modules must be completed prior to start

No more than 7 days of requested time off permitted per 13-week contract; no RTO allowed in week one

Former permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler

Travelers may remain for up to 18 months with a required 3 month break after

Facial hair must allow for proper fit testing

Requirements

Active MO or compact RN license required

Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH certifications required

Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required

Experience with management of ventilated patients, dysrhythmia interpretation, strokes, and multi-system organ dysfunction required

Proficiency with Epic EMR is required

Skills in CVP monitoring, arterial line management, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, central/PICC line care, and blood product administration required

No first-time travelers accepted

Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility

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-640600. 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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