Travel ICU RN - $2,041 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Abilene, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Travel Nursing Job – 13-Week Contract in Abilene, Texas Join a collaborative critical care team as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) on a 13-week travel nursing assignment in Abilene, Texas. Provide compassionate, individualized care to critically ill patients while working alongside multidisciplinary professionals in a supportive hospital environment. This travel nurse opportunity offers consistent night shifts, a 36-hour workweek, and the chance to explore a welcoming West Texas community known for its friendly atmosphere, wide-open spaces, local arts, and outdoor recreation. Travel Nursing Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,820–$1,910 Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Nursing Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing contract Location: Abilene, Texas Start Date: November 2, 2026 End Date: February 1, 2027 Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week Shift Hours: 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. Hours: 36 hours per week Orientation: Approximately 16 hours, including required assignment modules Work Setting: On-site intensive care unit Travel Eligibility: Candidates must reside at least 150 miles from the assignment location; local candidates are not accepted ICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas, with license in hand at submission At least 2 years of recent ICU or critical care nursing experience Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification Travel nursing experience preferred Experience with Altera charting preferred, but not required Ability to complete required laboratory and compliance items within 72 hours of accepting an offer, or provide a completion plan Flexibility to float to another unit or nearby campus based on patient-care needs Current influenza vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption, as applicable ICU Registered Nurse Responsibilities Provide direct, individualized nursing care to critically ill patients using the nursing process Assess patient conditions, identify changing needs, and implement appropriate critical care interventions Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately Monitor vital signs, clinical status, and response to treatment, escalating concerns promptly Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and other disciplines to support optimal patient outcomes Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record Educate patients and families while providing clear communication and emotional support Promote patient safety, infection prevention, and professional nursing standards Adapt to floating assignments while maintaining high-quality care across the organization Apply now for this ICU Registered Nurse travel contract in Abilene, Texas, and take the next step in your travel nursing career. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare - Travel Job ID 525142. 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: ICU About GHR Healthcare - Travel For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.