Travel ICU RN

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

• Specialty:
  ICU
  - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/19/2026
• Duration:
  14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a neuro-focused critical care unit requiring CCRN-eligible skills and night shift availability.

• ICU setting caring for neurocritical patients including ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, seizure disorders, craniotomies, complex spinal surgeries, aneurysm coilings/clippings, and thrombectomies
• 1:2 patient staffing ratio
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:00)
• 14-week assignment length
• Unit utilizes intracranial pressure monitoring, continuous sedation, continuous vasopressors/vasodilators, external ventricular drains, ventilators, and cerebral oximetry monitoring
• CT scanner and EEG techs stationed on unit
• Uses Pyxis, EPIC, and SBAR systems
• Floating required
• Core staff given priority for on-call assignments

• Active GA or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• CCRN certification preferred
• Respiratory/thoracic skills and experience caring for ventilated patients required
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above) highly preferred

• Provide critical care nursing to complex neuro and critical care patient populations
• Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays falling within the assignment (1-2 holidays: must work all; 3 holidays: must work two)
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, and New Year's Eve/Day
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per contract, which must be finalized at time of submission
• No RTO permitted during orientation week
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
• Previous Piedmont permanent, PRN, or internal staff must be separated from all Piedmont facilities for one full year before applying as a traveler
• Travelers previously cancelled or deemed unable to return to a Piedmont facility must complete one successful assignment outside Piedmont before reapplying
• Shift and schedule as listed are firm with no alternate schedule requests permitted

American Traveler Job  #P-765326. 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:
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.