Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – ICU, Atlanta, Georgia, United States. This travel assignment starts on 07/06/2026 and runs for 13 weeks in a hospital-level ICU/IMCU setting with unit float between ICU and step-down as needed. Weekly pay ranges from $1,636 to $1,702 per week, with 36 guaranteed hours per week and a shift pattern of 2x3 Nights. The role emphasizes Neuro ICU/IMCU care in a high-acuity environment requiring strong neuro-focused clinical skills and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,636–$1,702 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 2x3 Nights
- Start date: 07/06/2026
- Work setting: hospital ICU/IMCU with float between units

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care for neuro ICU and IMCU patients, performing frequent neuro assessments, monitoring changes in consciousness, pupil reactivity, and motor function, and escalating concerns per protocol.
- Administer medications and therapies per physician orders, including vasoactive infusions, sedatives, analgesics, anti-seizure medications, and other neuro-focused treatments; monitor for adverse effects.
- Manage invasive lines and monitoring devices (arterial lines, central lines, telemetry) and collaborate with the care team to interpret hemodynamic data and adjust care plans.
- Maintain patient safety through careful oversight of ventilator support, airway management where applicable, seizure precautions, fall prevention, and infection control practices.
- Document nursing assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the electronic medical record; communicate frequently with physicians, case managers, and families to coordinate care.
- Float between ICU and step-down units as needed; communicate patient status and care priorities during unit transitions; ensure continuity of care during shifts and handoffs.

Requirements
- Active RN license in good standing with Nursys license verification; eligibility to practice in the assignment state.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in neuro ICU, IMCU, or a closely related ICU setting.
- Demonstrated neuro-focused clinical experience and the ability to perform comprehensive neuro checks and care planning.
- Ability to work in an ICU and step-down environment with occasional float between units; strong critical thinking and teamwork skills.
- Documentation requirements: work history/resume with no gaps greater than 60 days, Skills Checklist, references, Certification Card, Nursys license verification.
- Must be able to work the specified shift schedule (2x3 Nights) and meet the demands of a high-acuity patient population.
- Education level aligns with RN licensure requirements; foreign-educated graduates must provide verification as applicable.

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support to assist with onboarding and continuous needs
- Credentialing assistance to expedite the start date and maintain compliance
- Administrative help with licensure verification and documentation management

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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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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