Travel TICU Registered Nurse - $1,638 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: Austin
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Austin, Texas. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/16/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Shock Trauma TICU – Austin, TX | 13-week Travel Assignment Travel ICU RN — 13-week Shock Trauma TICU assignment in Austin, TX (78704). Apply now! Are you an experienced critical care Registered Nurse seeking a travel nursing opportunity in Austin, Texas? Join the Shock Trauma Intensive Care Unit (TICU) for a 13-week travel assignment at a state-of-the-art facility. Experience the vibrant culture of Austin, TX (78704), renowned for its live music scene, diverse culinary offerings, and beautiful outdoor spaces like Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. Enjoy the city's energetic atmosphere, festivals, and welcoming community while advancing your nursing career. Job Details - Location: Austin, TX 78704 — Austin ICU jobs, travel nursing in Texas - Unit: Shock Trauma Intensive Care Unit (TICU) — Trauma ICU RN / Critical Care RN - Assignment Length: 13 weeks (travel nursing assignment) - Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) - Hours per Week: 36 - On-Site: Yes - On-Call: No on-call required - Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,460 - $1,540 per week Job Requirements - Active RN license (ICU Registered Nurse / critical care RN) - Minimum 1 year recent ICU experience; Trauma ICU experience preferred (Trauma ICU RN) - Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required - Preferred: TNCC or CATN certification - Proficiency with GE bedside monitors, Alaris infusion pumps, and Meditech EMR - Strong teamwork, clinical judgment, and ability to remain calm under pressure (critical care skills) - Dress code: navy blue scrubs Responsibilities - Perform and document comprehensive patient assessments for critically ill trauma patients - Create, revise, and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the care team - Administer and document medications and carry out physician orders accurately - Recognize and escalate patient issues efficiently and appropriately - Manage critical care procedures including EVDs/Bolts, arterial lines, central lines, and chest tube management - Maintain a patient ratio of 1:2 or 1:1 to ensure high-quality critical care - Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members to deliver exceptional patient outcomes Why join this travel nursing opportunity? Advance your trauma ICU RN experience in a high-acuity Shock Trauma TICU in Austin, TX. Gain hands-on critical care experience, work with advanced monitoring and infusion technologies, and enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living in Austin’s dynamic and welcoming community. Apply now: If you are an experienced ICU travel nurse or critical care RN ready for a rewarding 13-week Shock Trauma TICU assignment in Austin, TX, submit your resume, license, and certifications today. Join our healthcare team and make a difference in critical care! 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 464466. 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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