Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,960 per week

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Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Critical Care Registered Nurse (ICU) Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This position involves providing specialized nursing care in a Cardiac Surgical Intensive Care Unit (CSICU) and stepdown unit, focusing on adult and geriatric patients recovering from cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgeries. The role requires adaptability to float between units and hospitals, with a focus on post-operative recovery and complex invasive hemodynamic monitoring, supporting a patient-centered approach to care. Job Details Schedule: Night shifts with 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week. Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse license in Alabama or a compact state license; at least 2 years of recent ICU experience, specifically in cardiac care; associate degree in nursing; certifications including American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Red Cross; NIH certification preferred; PALS optional for pediatric units. Preferred Qualifications: Additional certifications such as PALS, if working with pediatric patients. Float: Float rotation may be required. Additional Information: The position requires a high level of professional competency in critical care nursing with experience in post-surgical cardiovascular patient management. The facility operates on a Meditech electronic medical record system. The start date is 09/07/2026. Parking is available at the location. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits Posted Date: 2026-08-23 Cross Country Job ID 1280502. 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: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care Unit About Cross Country Nurses You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time. Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus

Salary : $1,960