ICU Nurse Manager
Billings, MT
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days
$4,726/weekOverview
- Start Date07/06/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care258 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an ICU Nurse Manager position in Billings, MT, requiring a BSN, leadership experience, and ICU clinical background.
Details
- 13-week contract at a regional hospital in Billings, MT
- Nurse Manager role overseeing a nursing department, reporting to a Nurse Director
- Day shift schedule, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM with some flexibility
- 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week
- Availability required on some evenings and weekends as urgent unit needs arise
- Uses Epic for charting
- Position is contract-to-hire with the intent to convert to a permanent Nurse Manager role
Requirements
- Active MT RN license or compact RN license (compact license must be transferred to MT within 60 days of start)
- Current BLS certification from AHA, must not expire prior to start date
- BSN from an accredited institution required (degree will be verified)
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience required, including at least 1 year of ICU experience
- Leadership or supervisory experience required
- Epic EMR experience
- DOB and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
Additional Information
- Responsibilities are distributed as follows: 50% tactical (staffing, equipment availability), 40% operational (budget management, supply acquisition, employee performance), and 10% strategic (goal development aligned to organizational strategic plan)
- Oversees clinical nursing environment, day-to-day operations, standards of care, and departmental structure
- Manages annual capital, operating, and FTE budgets for the unit
- Responsible for staff hiring, orientation, retention, competency verification, and performance evaluations
- Partners with physicians at the unit level to achieve clinical, operational, and service goals
- Monitors and improves patient satisfaction using service metrics and national benchmarks
- Coordinates compliance with patient safety initiatives and regulatory bodies including Joint Commission, OSHA, and CMS
- Must complete required leadership training and development courses within one year of accepting the position
- Former permanent Intermountain Health employees must have been separated from any Intermountain facility for at least one year to be eligible
Facility
Saint Vincent Healthcare

- Short Term Acute Care
- 258 beds
Employer
American Traveler
71 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Kerissa and her team are wonderful. Very responsive, will answer any questions you may have and if not they will put you through to someone who will. Weekly check ins are greatly appreciated and if I miss anything important they reach out!
Cons
None
Recommends working with 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.
About Billings, MT
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Billings, MT here's what you should know:- Billings has a lower cost of living compared to many similarly-sized cities, making it a surprisingly affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 80-90°F, while winter lows range from 15-25°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Billings.
- Billings is car-friendly with easily navigable roads.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Billings has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Billings offers a variety of activities including award-winning restaurants, rodeos, Pictograph Cave State Park, ZooMontana, the Western Heritage Center, and a vibrant arts and music scene.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the natural beauty of Yellowstone Valley, Beartooth Mountains, and Absaroka Mountains.
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