Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Charleston, SC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,890/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Take your critical care nursing career to the next level with a rewarding travel ICU RN opportunity in Charleston, SC. This 12-hour night-shift registered nurse position offers the chance to work in a high-acuity, team-oriented ICU environment where your skills will make a meaningful impact every shift.
Charleston is known for its coastal beauty, historic charm, vibrant dining, and easy access to beaches and outdoor adventures—an ideal location for nurses looking for both professional growth and an exceptional lifestyle. Join a supportive healthcare team and apply now for this travel nursing job in South Carolina.
Job Details
- Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse / Travel Nursing Job
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Shifts Per Week: 3
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,680 - $1,770
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Schedule Expectations: Every other weekend and holidays in rotation
- Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- At least 1 year of ICU experience required; 36 months of RN experience preferred
- Comfort caring for 1-3 ICU patients and managing ventilated patients
- Strong telemetry reading skills
- Experience with bedside shift report and collaborative care handoff
- BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications required
- Experience with Meditech preferred
- BSN preferred
- Advanced certifications preferred; TNCC preferred
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, compassionate, high-quality care to critically ill patients in a mixed ICU setting
- Monitor and manage patients with complex needs, including ventilator support and advanced hemodynamic monitoring
- Support post-operative cardiac and neurocritical care cases
- Care for patients requiring CRRT, Impella support, balloon pumps, Swan Ganz monitoring, and related advanced interventions
- Assist with neuro-focused critical care, including patients with EVDs, bolts, and induced hypothermia treatment
- Provide respiratory treatments such as inhalers and nebulizers as needed
- Participate in bedside shift report and maintain clear communication during transfers of care
- Float as needed to support nearby units based on facility needs
- Work collaboratively with an experienced team and contribute to a supportive, teamwork-driven environment
Apply now for this Charleston, South Carolina ICU Registered Nurse travel assignment and join a healthcare team dedicated to exceptional critical care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Charleston, SC
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.
- Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
- Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.
- Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.
- Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
- It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.
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