Travel ICU/Med Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse - $1,948 per week

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

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/11/2026
• 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: May 11, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a travel assignment at a short-term acute care teaching hospital in Arizona, requiring a valid AZ or compact RN license and at least 2 years of experience with a willingness to float to MS/Tele.

• Short-term acute care hospital setting with 87 staffed beds, designated as a teaching facility and Level IV trauma center
• Assignment in the ICU with required floating to MS/Tele units based on staffing needs
• ICU patient ratio is 1:1-2; MS/Tele ratio is 1:4-5
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• Charting via Cerner
• Standard MS/Tele equipment used throughout the units; Liko lifts available in nearly all patient rooms
• No on-call requirements
• Local candidates are accepted
• Blocked scheduling may be considered at unit manager's discretion

• Active, unrestricted AZ RN license or valid compact RN license required; candidates with a pending license may be considered
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• ICU and/or PCU experience preferred; strong MS/Tele experience will also be considered
• Cerner EMR experience beneficial given charting system in use
• Must be open to floating between ICU and MS/Tele units as needed
• 2 professional supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration

• Traveler will work in a flex pool capacity, serving both ICU and MS/Tele units based on daily staffing needs
• Well-rounded candidates comfortable across acuity levels are strongly preferred
• Familiarity with BCMA (barcode medication administration) expected in accordance with facility patient safety standards
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Free parking available on-site
• RTO requests require unit manager approval and must be submitted upfront
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-698593. 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.