Travel ICU RN - $2,117 per week

GHR Healthcare 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: 09/28/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel CVICU RN Travel Assignment – Cardiac Surgical ICU / Stepdown in Tuscaloosa, Alabama Experienced ICU RN needed for a rewarding travel nursing assignment in Tuscaloosa, AL. Join a cardiac surgical ICU/stepdown team caring for adult and geriatric patients recovering from cardiac, thoracic, vascular, and other surgical procedures. Job Details Specialty: CVICU / Cardiac Surgical Intensive Care Unit / Stepdown Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35401 Start Date: September 14, 2026 Contract Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed hours Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,800 - $1,890 Schedule Notes: Every other weekend required; holidays as required Floating: Must be willing to float to other units and hospitals as needed Setting: On-site, patient-facing critical care assignment Job Requirements Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alabama or a compact state license Minimum of 2 years of recent CVICU, ICU, or closely related critical care experience Associate Degree in Nursing required Current AHA BLS or Red Cross certification required Current AHA NIH certification required Meditech experience preferred Ability to work in solid navy scrubs Strong critical thinking, adaptability, and confidence in a high-acuity cardiac care environment Responsibilities Provide expert critical care nursing to cardiac, thoracic, vascular, and post-surgical patients in the ICU and stepdown setting Monitor patients using complex invasive hemodynamic monitoring and advanced critical care assessment skills Support safe, patient-centered recovery following surgical procedures Collaborate with the interdisciplinary cardiovascular care team to deliver high-quality outcomes Maintain professionalism, clinical accuracy, and attention to detail in a fast-paced ICU environment Float to other units or hospitals when needed to support patient care needs Work scheduled weekends and holidays as required by the assignment Why Tuscaloosa, Alabama? Tuscaloosa offers the energy of a vibrant Alabama college town with a welcoming community feel, scenic riverfront spaces, and easy access to dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. It is a great destination for travel nurses looking for both professional growth and a comfortable place to call home during their assignment. Apply now for this CVICU travel nurse opportunity in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and join a collaborative critical care team today. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 507531. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: ICU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.