ICU RN
Manchester, NH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,214/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care251 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week travel ICU position in Manchester, NH, requiring telemetry experience and an active NH or compact RN license in hand prior to consideration.
Details
- Mixed medical and surgical ICU setting in a hospital environment
- 20-bed ICU unit staffed with a charge nurse, 8–10 RNs, 1–3 LNAs, and a PRN sitter per shift
- Patient ratios are acuity-based: ECMO 2:1, post open heart surgery or critical ICU/device patients 1:1, typical ICU assignment 1:2, stepdown patients 1:3–4
- Equipment includes IV pumps, telemetry monitors, Hoyer/stand lifts, Impella, IABP, CRRT (NxStage), bladder scanner, Bair Hugger, rapid transfuser, Blanketrol, chest tubes, vein finder, Sorin retransfuser (post cardiac surgery), ventilator, high-flow nasal cannula, and BiPAP/CPAP
- EMR: Sunrise
- Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- 13-week contract
- Every third weekend required; no on-call responsibilities
- Floating to Progressive Care may be required
Requirements
- Active NH or compact RN license required and must be in hand prior to consideration
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required for ICU RNs
- Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
- Telemetry experience required; PCU-level experience or higher preferred
- Experience with critical drips and ventilators preferred; prior ICU experience preferred
- US SSN and date of birth required for consideration (no Canadian SSN accepted)
- One professional reference required (two required for candidates licensed in Florida or Missouri)
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
Additional Information
- Procedures performed on the unit include pericardiocentesis with drains, thoracentesis, central line insertion, arterial line insertion, chest tube insertion, intubation, TEE cardioversion, TTE, and transvenous pacing wire insertion
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
- An organized and adaptable personality is the ideal fit for this unit
- No scrub color requirement specified
Facility
Catholic Medical Center
4 nurses recommend working with Catholic Medical Center
Pros
Unit was traveler friendly, staff was very nice and welcoming, felt supported, nice area of the country for exploring
Cons
Nurses do all their own vitals (not sure how that’s even possible on dayshift), limited resources, morale was low due to recent buyout by HCA

- Short Term Acute Care
- 251 beds
Employer
American Traveler
72 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
She’s super wonderful !
Cons
None
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 Manchester, NH
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Manchester, NH here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, but wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 80-85°F and winter lows of 15-20°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- Manchester has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, sports facilities, and outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing in nearby mountains.
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