Travel Contract

Trauma ICU RN
Tyler, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

$1,729/week

Overview

  • Start Date12/01/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care451 beds
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,729/week

Description

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Dec 1, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Trauma ICU position at a Level I Trauma facility requiring TX or compact RN licensure and Epic charting experience.

Details

  • Trauma ICU unit within a Level I Trauma facility with 14 rooms and 16 beds
  • Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00 AM-7:00 PM)
  • Patient ratio of 1:2
  • Floating required to ICU, IMC, and Tele units as needed
  • Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

  • Active TX or compact RN license required (must be in hand at time of consideration)
  • 2 years of experience preferred
  • Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
  • Preferred certifications: PALS, TNCC
  • Epic charting experience required
  • Prior travel nursing experience preferred
  • Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, central line care, IV therapy, blood product administration, and cardiac dysrhythmia management
  • ICP monitoring experience preferred
  • Level I Trauma experience preferred
  • Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
  • Previous charge nurse experience preferred

Additional Information

  • Provide critical care nursing to trauma ICU patients in a Level I Trauma setting
  • Candidates residing in Henderson, Anderson, Cherokee, Rusk, Panola, Smith, Gregg, Van Zandt, Wood, Upshur, Camp, Hopkins, Franklin, Titus, or Morris counties will not be considered
  • Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility will not be considered
  • Former staff members must wait at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
  • All requested time off must be submitted at time of consideration
  • No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
  • Travel pairs or groups are not accepted
  • Core onboarding items and labs must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing
American Traveler Job ID #P-747324. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Trauma ICU

Facility

UT Health Tyler

4.0rating(27 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with UT Health Tyler

Anonymous
Anonymous
Interventional Radiology Technologist (Allied Health Professional)
Contract Position
5.0rating
Review of UT Health Tyler on Feb 6, 2026
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UT Health Tyler
DetailsVerification data is contributed by healthcare professionals like you, who leave reviews on Vivian.
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 451 beds
ADDRESS1000 South BeckhamTyler, TX 75701
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Employer

American Traveler

4.9rating(132 reviews)

86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler

Anonymous
Anonymous
Vascular Technologist (Allied Health Professional)
5.0rating

Pros

Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.

Cons

None

Review of American Traveler on Nov 3, 2026
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About

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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About Tyler, TX

As a Travel Trauma ICU Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • 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).
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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