American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Critical Care Float for a travel nursing job in Beaufort, South Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Critical Care Float
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Stepdown/ICU float position requiring at least 2 years of PCU/Stepdown/ICU experience, AHA certifications, and a valid SC or compact RN license.
Details
- Position is based in a Stepdown unit with frequent floating to ICU and Med-Surg units — candidates must be comfortable working across all three settings
- Patient ratios vary by unit: Stepdown 1:4-5, ICU 1:2, Med-Surg 1:5-6
- 21-bed unit
- Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- Every other weekend (EOW) required
- Holiday coverage expected in rotation with staff
- Patient population includes vascular surgery (fem-pop, CEA), NSTEMIs, post-cardiac cath with intervention, CIWA (IVP Ativan), peritoneal dialysis, stable BiPAP, heated high-flow O2 <80%, home ventilators (Trilogy), wound care, and nebs
- Non-titrating drips administered include Amiodarone, NTG, Cardizem, Lopressor, and Cardene
- HD is performed in the Dialysis Department
- EMR: Meditech (experience preferred but not required)
Requirements
- Active SC or compact RN license currently in hand
- Required certifications (AHA only): BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of PCU, Stepdown, or ICU experience required
- ICU experience required — PCU/Stepdown nurses must also have ICU experience due to float requirements
- Proficiency in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
- Experience with BiPAP/CPAP management, high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), tracheostomy care, and non-invasive airway management
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, telemetry, and post-cardiac cath care
- Experience with wound care, feeding tube management, heparin protocols, and isolation precautions/PPE
- PDF copies of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local candidates are not accepted
- Floating is required across Stepdown, ICU, and Med-Surg units within the same facility; floating is done in rotation with staff and in accordance with clinical experience and Joint Commission standards, including orientation to new units
- Orientation is held every Wednesday
- Candidates who have previously worked at this facility must have been gone at least 1 year and must have left in good standing
- RTO must be approved prior to assignment start; minimal to no RTO is preferred, particularly in the first weeks — any unapproved RTO will not be accommodated
- Royal blue and white scrubs required
- Travel experience is preferred but not required
- Charge nurse experience is preferred
- Community hospital experience is preferred
American Traveler Job ID #P-736630. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.