Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse - ICU
Pontiac, Michigan, United States
Start date: 07/13/2026
Duration: Weeks
Weekly pay: $1,634-$1,718 per week
Guaranteed hours: 0.0
Shift: 3x12 nights
Setting: inpatient acute care unit with ICU and Step-down (Intermediate Intensive Care Unit)
Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment (PRN)
This role follows AHSA's clinical interview process. Candidates can expect outreach within two hours via phone or text, with decisions typically made the same day or by the next business day.

In this assignment, you will provide care in an intensive care environment and a step-down unit, supporting critically ill patients from adolescent to geriatric. The patient mix includes medical, surgical, cardiac and neurosurgical conditions. The role includes supervising CNA/SNA, LPN or other health care staff as assigned, while maintaining professional nursing standards.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,634-$1,718 per week
- Contract type: Travel - temporary assignment (PRN)
- Shift: 3x12-hour nights
- Start date: 07/13/2026
- Setting: inpatient acute care with ICU and intermediate care unit
- Active engagement requirement: must pick up at least one shift every 60 days to stay active

Responsibilities
- Deliver bedside nursing care to critically ill patients in ICU and SDU units, from adolescence to geriatrics
- Monitor and interpret vital signs, laboratory data and clinical changes; respond with appropriate interventions
- Manage complex medical, surgical, cardiac and neurosurgical conditions; assist with procedures and ventilator management as required
- Administer medications, including high-alert medications, and document accurately per policy
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, perfusion and other disciplines to develop and execute care plans
- Supervise and support CNA/SNA, LPN and other staff as assigned; delegate tasks appropriately
- Maintain documentation in the medical record, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with standards
- Adhere to AHSA-based interview process, credentialing requirements and facility policies

Requirements
- 2+ years ICU experience required
- Current Michigan RN license verification (LARA) required
- Certifications: ACLS and BLS required; TNCC or TCAR preferred
- Resume reflecting ICU experience; skills checklist current within 1 year
- Michigan nursing license verification (LARA) documentation required
- Physical copies of certifications required
- Must complete the AHSA-related Per Diem Application Questionnaire
- Travel experience preferred
- Ability to work in an inpatient acute care setting and respond to critical patient needs

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Assignment coordination and scheduling support

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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