Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,790 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

The ICU (Intensive Care Unit) registered nurse position is based in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This role involves providing specialized care in a high-acuity environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The facility requires nurses to demonstrate a high level of professional competency and adaptability to float to other units and hospitals as needed.

Job Details

• Shift Schedule: Days shift with 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Associate degree in nursing, American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association (AHA) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Red Cross certifications preferred if working in pediatric units, Alabama or compact registered nurse license (no temporary licenses accepted), two years of experience; however, 18 months of experience with the highest level of professional license and at least one year of recent specialty experience will be considered
• Additional Information: The position is patient-facing and is a clinical role. The start date for this assignment is August 3, 2026. The facility requires nurses to be willing to float to other units and hospitals. Parking is available at the location.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1283069. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus