Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Birmingham, AL
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse contract in Birmingham, AL (35211). 13-week nights, SICU, 2:1 ratio. Apply now for this Alabama travel nursing job.

Job Details

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,680 – $1,770
• Location: Birmingham, AL (Zip: 35211) — Birmingham travel nurse jobs, Alabama nursing jobs
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights — 3x12 hour (18:30 – 07:00)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Unit: SICU (12 beds, 2:1 patient ratio) — Surgical ICU, Vascular ICU, critical care

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience as an ICU RN or critical care nurse
• Active RN license (compact license accepted where applicable)
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale
• Comfortable floating to other ICU units as needed
• Professional appearance: Navy scrubs required; no fake nails permitted
• Experience with EMR systems and accurate clinical documentation

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality critical care nursing to surgical, vascular, and ICU patients
• Continuously monitor patient status and respond rapidly to changes in condition
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists) to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Perform ICU-level assessments, interventions, and post-op care following unit protocols
• Utilize EMR for accurate documentation, handoffs, and care plans
• Maintain a safe, supportive environment for patients and staff and contribute to a positive unit culture

Enjoy the vibrant city of Birmingham while advancing your critical care nursing career—close to Vulcan Park & Museum, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and the Birmingham Zoo. This travel nurse position is ideal for experienced ICU RNs seeking short-term contracts and competitive pay. Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

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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.