Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Birmingham, AL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,751/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care569 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Medical ICU (MICU) position at a large acute care hospital in Birmingham, AL, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and an active AL or compact RN license.
Details
- Night shift position, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
- 13-week contract
- Medical ICU (MICU) unit in an 8-bed department
- General/Medical ICU patient population
- Patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 depending on acuity
- Hands-on experience with ICU equipment including ventilators, vasopressors, arterial lines, and central venous lines (CVLs)
- EMR: Cerner
- Every other weekend required
- Float to other units as needed
- No on-call requirements
Requirements
- Active AL RN license or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration — no hits on license accepted
- Current AHA certifications required: BLS and ACLS (American Red Cross not accepted)
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
- Cerner EMR experience beneficial given unit usage
Additional Information
- Provide critical care nursing to general/medical ICU patients, including management of ventilators, vasopressors, arterial lines, and CVLs
- Navy scrubs required
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
- Joint Commission-accredited facility recognized for excellence in stroke care, cardiovascular services, and other specialty areas
- SSN and DOB will be required as part of the consideration process
Facility
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 569 beds
Employer
American Traveler
68 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah has been beyond incredible throughout this whole process! Patient, supportive, willing to take a chance, knowledgeable, and just a great person!
Cons
If she has one, I’ve yet to find it.
Recommends working with American Traveler
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.
About Birmingham, AL
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Birmingham, AL here's what you should know:- Cost of living well below the national average, housing costs nearly a quarter of the price compared to the average nationwide
- Average summer highs: 89°F, Average winter lows: 33°F
- Options for short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find
- Car friendliness is high, public transportation options are available but not as extensive as in larger cities
- Diverse population, wide age range, potential common health issues include cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity.
- Birmingham has a large population of travel nurses
- Numerous restaurants offering diverse culinary experiences, vibrant art and music scene, various sports activities, and beautiful outdoor attractions such as Vulcan Park and Museum, and the Birmingham Zoo
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