Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $1,894 per week in Macon, GA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Macon
Posted on: January 31, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Macon, GA Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $1,894 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/2/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Macon, Georgia, 31201! Job Title: RN - ICU Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Intensive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Shift Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years of ICU RN experience License: Required Certifications: NIHSS, BLS, ACLS required; CCRN preferred Must-Have: - Strong critical thinking and assessment skills - Ability to manage invasive monitoring and support - Proficient in managing vasoactive medications - Experience with ventilator management - Competence in bedside procedures such as chest tube placement and management Description: This position is for an ICU RN. The facility has 637 licensed beds and is a Level 1 trauma designation teaching hospital. The unit comprises 14 beds with a maximum census of 14 patients. Patients in the ICU typically present with conditions such as respiratory failure, renal failure, sepsis, GI bleed, DKA, hypotension, hypertension, stroke, pneumonia, cancer, ARDS, and overdoses. Candidates will encounter chronically ventilated and tracheostomy patients, as well as hemodynamically unstable patients requiring close observation. The nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1:1-2 but can rarely be 3:1. Certified nursing assistants will be available to assist with vital signs, glucose checks, feeding, ambulation, and personal care tasks. A unit secretary will be present from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., with a house-wide call secretary available from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Other support includes a resource nurse team, respiratory therapists available 24/7, and hospitalists and intensivists on-site at all times. The unit utilizes advanced technologies including an electronic medical record system and various monitoring and medication dispensing devices. Floating may occur to other adult ICU units within the facility. The unit culture emphasizes teamwork, even during busy periods. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Travel nursing allows you to experience different cultures firsthand. Working in new locations exposes you to unique customs, traditions, and perspectives, fostering cultural competence and enriching your personal and professional life. Travel nursing exposes you to various healthcare professionals, including industry leaders and experts. Networking with these individuals can open doors to mentorship and career advancement opportunities. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS PALS - AHA Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29212288EXPTEMP

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