American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Carmichael, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/14/2026 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: Apr 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU (SICU) position at a Level II Trauma facility in Sacramento, CA, requiring strong vascular and surgical patient care experience with Cerner EMR proficiency. Details Work in a 10-bed Surgical ICU (SICU) with float capability to the Trauma ICU (TICU) and other Sacramento-area facilities Acute care hospital setting at a Level II Trauma center Patient population includes postoperative vascular, thoracic, and open abdominal surgery patients, as well as those requiring CRRT and ECMO Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:1 to 1:2 12-hour night shifts beginning at 6:45 AM report time; bedside report is standard Every other weekend required Holiday rotation shared with core staff First to float; mid-shift float to another Sacramento-area facility is possible but rare Charting via Cerner EMR Respiratory therapy and pharmacy available 24/7; hospitalist or intensivist in house No dedicated IV team; line placements are common on the unit Self-scheduling is used with manager balancing; schedules are posted 4 weeks in advance Requirements Active CA RN license required; must be active at time of consideration — pending licenses not accepted Active certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS — pending certifications not accepted Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Surgical ICU experience required, including exposure to CEA, fem-pop bypass, EVARs, laparotomies, and thoracic surgeries Ability to read and interpret EKG strips required Ventilator management experience required Cerner EMR experience preferred Must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia exam (basic or advanced) prior to offer confirmation 2 professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire Copy of driver's license required for consideration Additional Information Responsibilities include postoperative care of primarily vascular and surgical patients, CRRT and ECMO management, and central line and other invasive line management Charge nurses are present and generally do not take a patient assignment but provide break relief; nurse aides are available as safety attendants (sitters) Floor orientation consists of 1–2 days with a preceptor A pass/fail skills test on sterile technique for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes is administered on the first day of orientation Candidates who have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facility within the past year are not eligible; candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered Scrub color is navy; undershirts must be navy, white, or black; scrub jackets are optional but must be navy if worn Local candidates are accepted for this position American Traveler Job ID P-685613. 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 - Surgical 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.
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