American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Waco, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/29/2026 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: Mar 29, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an ICU position in a conglomerate medical, surgical, and cardiovascular intensive care unit, requiring a minimum of 3 years of ICU experience and a TX or compact RN license. Details Works in a conglomerate ICU encompassing medical, surgical, and cardiovascular critical care Patient population includes TAVR, CABG, CVA, respiratory distress, TNK, GIB, DKA, CEA, sepsis, fem pop, thoracotomy, STEMI, CHF, pneumonia, hypoxic/respiratory failure, and HF cases Specialized equipment and procedures include vent management, HFNC, TTM, IABP, Impella, and CRRT Day shift: 07:45–19:15 13-week assignment Floating required within the critical care service line, which includes ICU and step-down units Requirements Active TX RN license or compact RN license currently in hand Current AHA BLS and AHA ACLS certifications required NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required (Group A renewed yearly; Groups B–F renewed every 2 years) Minimum 3 years of ICU experience required Must possess a US Social Security Number and provide a US home address Driver's license required for consideration Two professional references required for consideration Additional Information Provides critical care nursing to a diverse ICU patient population spanning medical, surgical, and cardiovascular conditions Local candidates are accepted, but a radius rule applies — candidates living within the facility's radius threshold may be eligible at a reduced pay rate COVID-19 vaccination is not required for this position American Traveler Job ID P-679657. 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.