Critical Care Float RN
Newark, NJ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,416/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care497 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Float Critical Care ICU position requiring an active NJ or Compact license and EPIC charting experience.
Details
- Combined ICU and CCU unit in a quaternary-care regional teaching hospital
- Critical care ratios of 1:1-3, or 1:4 if floated to stepdown, varying by census and acuity
- Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:30)
- Every other weekend requirement
- Floating required within skillset to ICU/CCU, CTICU, Step Down units, and ED Holding for ICU patients awaiting a bed
- Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
- EPIC charting experience required
Requirements
- Active NJ or Compact RN license required
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
- EPIC EMR experience required
- Swan-Ganz catheter experience highly preferred
- Experience with or exposure to IABP, Impella, and VAD highly preferred
- CTICU or medical cardiology experience preferred
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing in a combined ICU/CCU setting at a facility with a large heart transplant program and structural heart and valve center
- Navy blue scrubs required
- Winter holiday coverage required (work or on-call) for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's
- First-time travelers welcome to apply
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate
- Former RWJBH staff (full-time or PRN) must have been separated from the health system for at least 1 year to be eligible for travel assignments
Facility
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
3 nurses recommend working with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 497 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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 Newark, NJ
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Newark, NJ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newark, NJ is higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available, but they may not be as easy to find compared to some other cities.
- Newark is car-friendly, but it also has a good public transportation system including buses, trains, and light rail.
- Newark is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include asthma and diabetes.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of several major hospitals.
- There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the city has a vibrant arts and music scene.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at the Prudential Center.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks and nearby hiking trails.
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