American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Wichita, Kansas.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/25/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 25, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 3
Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Surgical ICU position in Wichita, KS, requiring at least 1 year of acute care ICU experience and current ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke certifications.
Details
- Surgical ICU (SICU) in an acute care hospital setting, located on the 2nd floor of Building 7
- 26-bed unit staffed with 13 RNs, 1 Charge Nurse, and 1 Patient Care Tech per shift
- Patient population includes trauma, post-CABG, post-TAVR, and general post-surgical ICU patients
- Patient ratios are 1:2 standard, with 1:1 for high-acuity patients including post-CABG
- Specialized equipment includes balloon pumps, CRRT, hypothermia equipment, and ECMO
- Typical procedures include chest tube management, central line care, and medication drip administration
- EMR: Meditech
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- 13-week travel contract
Requirements
- Active KS RN license or a compact RN license currently in hand
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) — AHA or ARC accepted; no certifications may expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute care hospital ICU experience
- US SSN and DOB required for consideration — no Canadian SSNs accepted
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- TNCC preferred; prior experience traveling to large trauma facilities is a plus
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
- Ideal candidates are driven, organized, efficient, and bring a positive, engaged attitude to the team
- One professional reference is required (two references required for candidates from Florida or Missouri)
American Traveler Job ID #P-737185. 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.