Critical Care Float RN
Boise, ID
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,360/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care578 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU Float RN for a 13-week night shift assignment requiring previous travel experience and a compact RN license.
Details
- Float pool position covering ICU, ER, MedSurg, Tele, L&D/PP, and NICU units across three hospital campuses (Boise, Meridian, and Nampa)
- RNs float only within their specialty and will never float to a lower acuity unit, and may also serve as a 1:1 sitter in any area as needed
- ICU staffing includes 2 ICUs in Boise, 1 in Meridian, and 1 in Nampa, generally lower acuity ICU patients
- Nurse-to-patient ratio in ICU is 1:1-2
- Acute care setting using EPIC EMR
- 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a), with weekends as needed
- Required to titrate drips as part of ICU duties
- Charge nurse present on all units, with float pool assistant managers available 24/7
- Unit assignments communicated via app approximately 1 hour before shift start, with ability to midshift float to different units and facilities as needed
- No self-scheduling, and blocked scheduling or special scheduling requests are not accommodated
- No call or standby requirements
Requirements
- Active RN license (ID state license or compact) required at time of consideration
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience in specialty required
- Previous travel nursing experience required
- Driver's license required for consideration
- Two professional references required: one supervisor reference from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor reference from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
Additional Information
- Float pool leadership team, including an educator and administrator, is available via shared email for traveler support
- 3 shifts of inpatient orientation provided, with a meet-and-greet on day 1
- No specific scrub color required, as long as attire is clean and professional
- Holiday coverage required as needed based on facility demand
- Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position
- Permanent employees must be separated from employment for at least one year before applying for a travel assignment
Facility
St. Luke's Boise Medical Center
2 nurses recommend working with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center

- Short Term Acute Care
- 578 beds
Employer
American Traveler
86 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona was so thorough and great to work with.
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 Boise, ID
As a travel nurse in Boise, ID here's what you should know:- Boise's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Boise experiences hot summers with average highs around 90°F and cold winters with average lows around 20°F.
- It also gets around 20 inches of snow per year.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Boise, and they are relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas.
- Boise is fairly car-friendly with easy navigation and ample parking.
- Public transportation options include buses and a downtown Boise circulator.
- Boise has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a growing population of young professionals and families.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the high pollen count.
- Boise has a large population of travel nurses due to its thriving healthcare industry.
- Boise offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants, including farm-to-table dining.
- It also has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and music festivals.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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