American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Roanoke, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Critical Care Float
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a whole-house float position covering ICU, PCU, and MS units at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and Epic proficiency.
Details
- Float position covering all three units: ICU, PCU, and Med-Surg (MS) — candidates must be comfortable working all three
- Large, 703-bed acute care Magnet-designated teaching hospital affiliated with a medical school, serving as the region's only Level I Trauma Center (Adult & Pediatric)
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
- 13-week contract
- ICU patient ratio: 2:1 | PCU ratio: 5:1 | MS ratio: 6:1 (may flex up to 7:1)
- Staffing needs are re-evaluated every 4 hours, meaning travelers may float 2–3 times per shift
- Weekend requirement: every other weekend (EOW) or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
- Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
- Epic EMR experience required
Requirements
- Active Virginia state RN license or Compact RN license required; a pending license is accepted only if the candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience in a large Level I or Level II trauma facility
- Proficient in IV therapy, phlebotomy, PICC line management, central line care and management, arterial line management, and blood product administration
- Skilled in trach management and non-invasive airway support including nasal cannula, CPAP/BiPAP, ventilator management, and chest tubes (Emerson/PleurEvac)
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, and titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Must be comfortable working ICU, PCU, and MS ratios (up to 5:1 or higher)
- Two professional references required for consideration
- Copy of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
Additional Information
- This is a whole-house float role requiring adaptability across ICU, PCU, and MS environments within a single shift
- Hospital holds Magnet designation for nursing excellence and is certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center
- Local candidates are accepted
- All RTO, block scheduling, and special scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of application
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
American Traveler Job ID #P-727732. 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.