American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN STICU - Surgical Trauma Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Nashville, Tennessee.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: STICU - Surgical Trauma Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- 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: Jul 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 2
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Trauma ICU (TICU) night shift position in Nashville, TN, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and an active TN or compact RN license.
Details
- Located in Nashville, TN at an acute care hospital
- 20-bed Trauma Critical Care Unit (TICU)
- Patient ratios of 2:1, with 1:1 depending on acuity
- Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Minimum of 4 weekend shifts required per schedule period
- Schedules are done in 4-week increments with self-scheduling options; manager may adjust shifts to balance the schedule
- Equipment used includes ventilators, EVDs, CRRT, SLED, EV 1000, and traction
- Documentation system: Meditech
- Travelers are first to float; if staffing needs arise in med/surg, travelers are expected to float and accept the assignment
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active RN license — TN state license or compact RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
- NIH Stroke Certification required for ICU RNs
- US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- One professional reference required (two required if licensed in Florida or Missouri)
Additional Information
- Trauma experience is preferred
- Procedures performed on the unit include insertion of central lines, arterial lines, lumbar punctures, chest tubes, and EVDs
- Occasional nurse extern may be present on the unit working in a tech capacity
- Navy scrub tops and bottoms required
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible for this position
- Expected to provide attentive and compassionate care to patients and family members
American Traveler Job ID #P-725938. 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.