Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,394 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: March 12, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 04/06/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Float Pool (Night Shift) | Philadelphia, PA ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift in Philadelphia, PA: 13-week travel RN opportunity in a PACU/Trauma float pool supporting ICU boarders and ED ICU holds. Join our critical care team and advance your nursing career in Philadelphia healthcare. Job Details - Location: Philadelphia, PA 19140 — local ICU nurse jobs, Pennsylvania nursing jobs - Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,130–$2,250 - Role: ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Float Pool (PACU unit, Trauma overflow) - Setting: PACU supporting ICU boarders, trauma overflow; may float to ED, other ICU or Stepdown units - Employment Type: Travel RN, On-site - Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 6, 2026 – July 5, 2026) - Shifts: Night Shift (19:00 – 07:30) — ICU RN night shift - Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours/week), option for 48-hour work weeks - Unit Hours: Monday 7am – Saturday 7pm (no Sundays); blocked scheduling considered Job Requirements / Qualifications - Active Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) license (required) - Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required) - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (required); BSN preferred - Minimum 1 year of ICU or relevant acute care experience preferred (critical care nurse, PACU, ED experience highly valued) - Critical care certification (CCRN), Trauma certification, or Emergency Nursing (CEN) preferred but not required - Current ACLS, PALS, or other specialty certifications as applicable per unit requirements - Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient/family communication skills for high-acuity patients Responsibilities - Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to ICU boarders in the PACU unit, primarily trauma overflow patients - Float to the Emergency Department for ICU holds or to other ICU/Stepdown units as patient census requires - Perform comprehensive assessments, implement individualized care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams - Monitor and manage critically ill patients, including ventilator management, hemodynamic support, and post-op/trauma care - Direct, delegate, and supervise nursing support staff according to nursing practice standards and departmental policies - Document care accurately in the electronic medical record and maintain up-to-date knowledge of current clinical practices - Participate in unit-based quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and onboarding of float staff as needed Experience the energy and opportunity of Philadelphia while making a difference in a supportive, collaborative hospital environment. This ICU RN travel job is ideal for nurses seeking ICU nurse jobs in Philadelphia, travel RN positions, or critical care nursing roles in Pennsylvania. Apply now to join our healthcare team — advance your critical care nursing career with this rewarding ICU RN night shift opportunity in Philadelphia, PA. For questions about the role or to submit your resume, contact our recruitment team today. 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 466477. 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 About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.

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