Trauma ICU RN
Tyler, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,619/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care451 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Trauma ICU position requiring Level I Trauma experience and Epic charting proficiency.
Details
- Work in the ICU of a Level I Trauma hospital
- Unit has 14 rooms and 16 beds
- Patient ratio of 1:2
- Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- 13-week assignment length
- Uses Epic charting system
- Floating required to ICU, IMC, and Tele units as needed
Requirements
- Active TX or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
- PALS and TNCC certifications preferred
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Epic charting experience required
- Level I or Level II Trauma experience preferred
- Charge nurse experience preferred
- Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
- Skilled in ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP management, and care of ventilated patients
- Experience with IV therapy, blood product administration, and central line care
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and management
- ICP monitoring skills preferred
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to trauma ICU patients including respiratory, cardiac, and neurological cases
- Travel pairs or groups will not be considered for this position
- Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted for the travel rate
- Candidates residing in Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, or Morris counties are not eligible
- Former staff must wait at least one year before returning as a traveler
- All requested time off must be submitted and approved prior to starting the assignment
- No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved and no RTO is allowed during the first week of orientation
- First-time travelers may be considered based on position details
Facility
UT Health Tyler
2 nurses recommend working with UT Health Tyler

- Short Term Acute Care
- 451 beds
Employer
American Traveler
82 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Responsive, helpful, easy to work with and always checking in and making sure I’m covered when she’s not working. Helped me get the contract I needed
Cons
None
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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 Tyler, TX
As a Travel Trauma ICU Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
- Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.
- Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
- Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.
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