Travel Contract

ICU/PCU Registered Nurse
State College, PA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,142/week
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,142/week

Description

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse Contract | State College, PA (13-week)

ICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) needed in State College, PA — 13-week travel nursing job, 12-hour nights, BLS/ACLS required. Join a dynamic critical care team and provide high-quality care to patients from pediatric to geriatric populations.

This travel nursing opportunity places you in State College, Pennsylvania — a vibrant college-town with scenic parks and a welcoming community. Ideal for ICU RNs seeking short-term travel nursing assignments and Pennsylvania nursing jobs in a supportive, innovative environment.

Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910 - $2,010
  • Location: State College, PA 16801 — State College healthcare / Pennsylvania nursing jobs
  • Contract Duration: 13 weeks (March 28, 2026 – June 27, 2026)
  • Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 – 07:15), 3 shifts per week, every other weekend and holiday
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Employment Type: Travel — travel nursing job, travel RN, ICU travel nurse

Job Requirements

  • Active RN license in Pennsylvania (Compact license holders: verify state requirements)
  • Minimum 1 year of recent ICU experience required — ICU RN / Critical Care RN experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
  • CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) certification preferred
  • BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • EPIC experience preferred (facility transitioning from Meditech to EPIC)

Responsibilities

  • Provide professional nursing care based on AACN Standards for critically ill patients — critical care nursing and ICU patient management
  • Conduct comprehensive health histories and focused physical assessments for critically ill patients
  • Prioritize patient needs and develop individualized care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary teams
  • Manage life-threatening complications and respond to cardiac arrhythmias and emergencies
  • Assist with temporary pacemaker insertion and coordinate ambulance transport as needed
  • Maintain current knowledge and skills in critical care practice, policies, and procedures
  • Participate in mandatory education, annual competency fairs, and unit-based training

This ICU RN travel contract in State College, PA is a great fit for experienced critical care nurses seeking travel nursing jobs, short-term contracts, and Pennsylvania healthcare opportunities. Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance your critical care career as a travel nurse!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #470780. 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: ICU

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About State College, PA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in State College, PA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly lower than the national average, making it relatively affordable.
  • Wages may be slightly lower to match the cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 80-85°F and winter lows of 20-25°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available, and options can be found relatively easily, especially during non-peak times.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
  • Limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • Diverse population due to the university, with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include seasonal allergies.
  • State College is home to a large population of travel nurses due to the university and healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Numerous restaurants offering local fare, vibrant art and music scene, support for various sports due to the university, and abundant outdoor activities with nearby parks and mountains.
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