Travel ICU Registered Nurse

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

• Specialty:
  ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/16/2026
• Duration:
  12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and an active GA or Compact RN license.

• ICU position in a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating within the facility and scope of practice as needed
• Epic EMR preferred
• Preferred experience in Neuro ICU, Surgical ICU, and cardiovascular settings
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have previously worked at this health system must have been away for a minimum of 1 full year from all system facilities before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates are accepted
• RTO is capped at 7 days; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• Holiday coverage policy: if 1 or 2 major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work all of them and no holiday RTO may be requested; if 3 major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work 2 of them and one holiday RTO request may be submitted for approval
• Major holidays include:
  Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• No alternate shift or schedule change requests are permitted — the listed shift is firm
• Preferred skills include:
  Neuro ICU care (EVD, ICP monitoring, post-neurosurgery, CVA/stroke management), cardiovascular care (IABP, cardiac cath pre/post, sheath removal), ventilator management, ABG interpretation, vasoactive and cardiac drip titration, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, arterial line and central line management, PICC line care, port access, blood product administration, IV insulin protocols, and wound vac management

• Active GA or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required (hard stop)
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS
• NIHSS certification required
• Copies of all required certifications must be provided for consideration
• Two supervisory references (Manager level or above; charge nurse references not accepted) are highly preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred

• 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-674781. 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.