Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $1,751 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Birmingham, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an SICU position in Birmingham, AL, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and active AL or compact RN license.

Details

• 12-bed Surgical/Medical/Neuro ICU unit at a 595-bed Joint Commission-accredited hospital in Birmingham, AL
• Patient population includes neurological and intensive care patients requiring complex critical care management
• Patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 depending on acuity
• Specialized equipment includes ventilators, arterial lines, and central venous lines (CVLs)
• EMR: Cerner
• Night shift: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract with 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required as needed
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active AL RN license or compact RN license, in hand at time of consideration — must be free of any hits or violations
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS and ACLS (American Red Cross not accepted)
• Current AHA NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Neuro ICU experience preferred
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to neuro and surgical intensive care patients, including management of ventilators, arterial lines, and CVLs
• The facility is a comprehensive healthcare system managed and operated by Orlando Health, a private not-for-profit organization
• Recognized for excellence in stroke care, cardiovascular services, neurological care, and surgical care, including Primary Stroke Center certification from The Joint Commission
• Navy scrubs required; scrubs are mandatory
• All certifications must be AHA-issued and must not be expired or expiring within 30 days of the start date

American Traveler Job ID #P-711470. 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: Travel RN - ICU

About American Traveler

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.