Travel ICU Jobs
Travel ICU professionals provide specialized healthcare services across diverse clinical settings. BHS Workforce currently has 180 open travel ICU positions across 19 states and 72 cities. The highest-volume markets are Georgia (52), California (37), Texas (15). Typical contracts run 13 weeks at 36 hours per week. The current shift mix is 55 day, 125 night.
Licensing & Credential Requirements
Georgia
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel ICU positions. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Georgia without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
California
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel ICU positions. California is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state. Travel RNs must obtain an individual California RN license before starting an assignment. Apply through the California Board of Registration in Nursing well before your start date. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Texas
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel ICU positions. Texas is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in Texas without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Massachusetts
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel ICU positions. Massachusetts is not a Nurse Licensure Compact state. Travel RNs must obtain an individual Massachusetts RN license before starting an assignment. Apply through the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing well before your start date. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
North Carolina
An active, unencumbered RN license is required for travel ICU positions. North Carolina is a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. RNs holding a multistate compact license issued by their home state can practice in North Carolina without obtaining a separate state license. BLS certification is universally required. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on the unit and facility. Verify specific requirements with your recruiter.
Pay Overview
Based on 180 current travel ICU assignments nationwide.
Travel ICU pay ranges from $1,516 to $3,451 per week, with a median of $2,300. The $1,935 spread reflects variation in shift differentials, location, and facility acuity. Packages include tax-free stipends averaging $1,443 per week for housing and meals.
Jobs by State
Current Openings
| Specialty | Location | Pay | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICU | Los Angeles, CA | $3,451/wk | 4 x 12 Days |
| ICU | Los Angeles, CA | $3,143/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
| ICU | Los Angeles, CA | $3,143/wk | 4 x 12 Days |
| ICU | Atlanta, GA | $3,064/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| ICU | Warner Robins, GA | $2,957/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
| ICU | Newark, NY | $2,957/wk | 4 x 12 Nights |
| ICU | Atlanta, GA | $2,956/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| ICU | Redding, CA | $2,842/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| ICU | Redding, CA | $2,842/wk | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM |
| ICU | Atlanta, GA | $2,830/wk | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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