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, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a skilled ICU RN with at least 2 years of critical care experience and current GA or compact RN licensure for a Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching facility.

• Work in a 14-bed Medical ICU department within a Level 1 Trauma, teaching hospital
• ICU and PCU patients, covering a range of critical diagnoses including respiratory failure, sepsis, renal failure, stroke, and ARDS
• Patient ratio is typically 1:1-2, with rare instances of 1:3
• Night shift schedule, 7p-7a, working 12-hour shifts
• Requires 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• Holiday rotation required
• Expected to float to all adult ICU and PCU units
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Phillips monitoring equipment
• TABLO and Belmont Rapid Infuser available on the unit
• Provide care to critically ill adult patients, including those with chronic ventilators and trach care needs
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team that includes CNAs, unit secretaries, charge nurses, phlebotomists, a PICC team, and 24/7 access to respiratory therapy, hospitalists, and intensivists
• Short initial orientation period with department-specific training
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Navy scrubs are required
• Free parking available across the campus
• The unit maintains a busy but supportive and team-oriented culture

• Current GA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years recent ICU RN experience required
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• CCRN certification preferred but not required
• Skills needed include ventilator management, trach care, chest tube management, hemodynamic monitoring, vasoactive drips, and invasive line management
• Experience with Epic EMR required

• 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-662300. 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.