Travel Critical Care RN - $2,236 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Waterloo, Iowa.

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/10/2026
• 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: May 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a 13-week ICU assignment in Waterloo, Iowa, caring for critically ill patients including sepsis, respiratory failure, and trauma cases on a night shift schedule.

• Work in a 12-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at an acute care hospital in Waterloo, Iowa
• Patient population includes sepsis, respiratory failure, trauma, and other critical diagnoses
• Night shift schedule: 18:45–07:15
• 13-week contract

• Active Iowa RN license or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS (American Heart Association)
• Additional certifications required: TNCC, PALS, CPI/NVCI, and NIHSS
• COVID vaccination card required for consideration

• Fast-paced, growing unit providing care to a diverse critical care patient population
• Holiday coverage required, including 4th of July
• Local candidates are accepted; Iowa is among the states eligible for a local pay rate
• References required

American Traveler Job ID #P-697269. 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

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.