Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Macon, Georgia.

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  02/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 1 Trauma ICU position requiring 2 years of ICU RN experience and current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications.

• Position located in the Medical ICU of a large teaching hospital with Level 1 Trauma, Chest Pain, and Stroke Center designations
• 14-bed ICU unit with diverse medical cases including ventilators, sepsis, renal failure, stroke, and hemodynamically unstable patients
• Patient ratios typically 1:1 or 1:2, with rare instances of 1:3
• 12-hour day shifts from 7a-7p with a weekend rotation of 6 shifts every 6 weeks
• Floating required to all adult ICU and PCU units
• EPIC used for charting; experience preferred
• Utilizes specialized equipment including Alaris pumps, Pyxis, Phillips monitors, TABLO, PCA, and Belmont Rapid Infuser
• Duties include management and monitoring of critically ill patients with high-acuity diagnoses
• Opportunity to assist with a variety of bedside procedures, including chest tube and tracheostomy management
• Support available from CNAs, phlebotomy, resource nurses, PICC team, and 24/7 respiratory therapy and physician coverage
• One day facility orientation and two days of departmental orientation provided
• Navy scrubs required
• Free parking available on campus with additional options for paid parking decks
• Unit culture is fast-paced and focused on teamwork
• First-time travelers will be considered for this assignment
• Holiday coverage required according to hospital policy

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU RN experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Experience with trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, insulin and heparin drips, vasoactive medications, and invasive line management required
• EMR experience with EPIC preferred
• CCRN preferred but not required
• Must be able to float to all adult ICUs and PCU as needed

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-662296. 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

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.