Job Description
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:
03/30/2026
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours, nights
Employment Type:
Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for an oncology-focused intensive care unit position at a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital, requiring Epic proficiency and dysrhythmia management skills.
Responsibilities
ICU-Oncology unit within a short-term acute care, Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital with 1,266 staffed beds
Oncology-focused ICU patient population; no chemotherapy administration required
Patient ratio of 1:2 with an average daily census of 21 patients across 25 beds
Specialized procedures include central line care/management, PICC line management, arterial line management, blood product administration, IV insulin protocols, continuous IV sedation, procedural sedation administration, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, BiPAP, ventilator management, high-flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, ETT/NT suctioning, surgical wounds with drains/wound vac, and phlebotomy (nurses draw their own)
Charting via Epic (experience required); medication dispensing via Pyxis; SBAR handoff protocol used
Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
Every other weekend required
Floating required within the oncology service line, oncology floors, and other ICUs, with potential to float anywhere within scope
No on-call required
Block scheduling is not available
BSN and teaching hospital experience preferred
Travel experience preferred, but first-time travelers are welcome to apply
RTO is limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract; no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
Travelers may remain for a maximum of 18 months before requiring a 3-month break; former permanent employees of a BJC facility must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
Support services available on unit include interpretation services, IV teams, pharmacy, PT, social services, radiology, respiratory therapy, rapid response teams, patient transport, and a unit secretary
Navy blue scrubs required
Parking passes are available for purchase through the facility's Public Safety department; night shift workers park at no charge in employee parking
Requirements
Active MO RN license or Compact RN license valid in Missouri required; IL candidates may be considered with a pending IL license
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
Epic EMR experience required
Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted
Proficiency in dysrhythmia interpretation and management required; must pass a Relias EKG exam
Required clinical skills: multi-system organ failure management, IV insulin protocols, arterial line management, blood product administration, central and PICC line care, IV insertion, continuous and procedural sedation, cardiac and vasoactive drip titration, BiPAP, ventilator management, high-flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, ETT/NT suctioning, wound/drain care, wound vac, infection prevention, isolation precautions/PPE, and phlebotomy
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-678201. 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.
