Travel Nurse RN - $2,796 per week in Atlanta, GA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Other
Location: Atlanta, GA
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $2,796 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/24/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified Other RN in Atlanta, Georgia, 30342!

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (RN - ICU)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse for a travel assignment within a fast-paced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) in Atlanta, Georgia. This role is ideal for a professional looking to provide high-acuity care to a diverse patient population, specifically within a General Medical Surgical ICU setting.

The successful candidate will be responsible for comprehensive patient assessment, critical care interventions, and collaborative care planning for critically ill patients. This position requires a commitment to excellence in patient care and the ability to thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct, comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit.
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions, including vital signs, hemodynamic status, and neurological function.
• Administer medications, blood products, and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
• Operate and troubleshoot specialized medical equipment, including ventilators, IV pumps, and cardiac monitors.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, residents, and other interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Educate patients and their families on disease processes, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records using the Cerner system.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergent situations, initiating life-saving interventions as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia or a compact state license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent, direct experience in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) setting.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification.
• National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Previous experience with Cerner Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

Skills & Competencies

• Clinical Skills: Advanced critical care assessment, hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, arterial line insertion/monitoring, central line care, medication titration, emergency response.
• Equipment Proficiency: Ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps, defibrillators, EKG machines, and other standard ICU equipment.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional critical thinking, strong communication (verbal and written), teamwork, adaptability, problem-solving, attention to detail, and ability to perform under pressure.

Shift Details

• Hours: Day shifts, 8 hours per shift.
• Days per Week: 5 days per week.
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
• Contract Length: 13 weeks.
• Assignment Dates: August 24, 2026 - November 21, 2026.

Licensing Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

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