ICU RN
Tuscaloosa, AL
American Consultants
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,020/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Weekly pay
- License and certification reimbursement
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Cardiac ICU – Tuscaloosa, AL
Start Date: August 31, 2026
Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, 12-hour shifts. Every other weekend and holidays as required. 36 or 48 hours per week available. 13-week assignment with biweekly orientation.
Highlights:
- Work in an 8-bed high-acuity Cardiac Intensive Care Unit providing specialized care for adult cardiac patients
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes in a safe, secure environment
- Receive patients from Cath Lab, Emergency Department, and Acute Care areas requiring complex cardiac monitoring and treatment
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week with overtime available after 48 hours
- Competitive compensation for a 13-week contract with potential for extension
Requirements:
- Active Alabama or Compact state RN license (temporary licenses not accepted)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) degree required
- AHA or ARC BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; PALS required if working in pediatric unit
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience (18 months may be considered with 1 year in specialty area)
- Must pass Dysrhythmia Basic exam during onboarding (2 attempts permitted)
- Willingness to float to other units and facilities as needed
- Experience with Meditech charting system preferred
Why Join Us?
This position offers an excellent opportunity to advance your cardiac critical care skills in a high-acuity environment with a dedicated, collaborative team. Enjoy guaranteed hours, competitive pay, and comprehensive onboarding support including 16 hours of non-billable orientation. We welcome both local and traveling nurses to apply for this rewarding CICU position.
Employer
American Consultants
Since 1989, American Consultants has been the leader in national healthcare staffing and consulting services. We have successfully placed thousands of healthcare professionals in executive, clinical, laboratory, financial, consulting, and HIT roles across the country. We specialize in Healthcare Search and Staffing, IT Staffing and Solutions, and Executive Search and Interim Services. American Consultants takes a consultative approach to help our clients solve their talent acquisition and HIT challenges. We are truly the healthcare people.
About Tuscaloosa, AL
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Tuscaloosa, AL here's what you should know:- Tuscaloosa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 91°F, average low: 70°F.
- Winter average high: 56°F, average low: 34°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Tuscaloosa.
- Tuscaloosa is car-friendly, with public transportation options also available.
- Tuscaloosa has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Tuscaloosa offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities near the Black Warrior River.
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