ICU Travel Nurse Job in Tuscaloosa, AL | Nights (3x12)
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
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Travel RN
ICU Nurse in Tuscaloosa, AL
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$2,062
Specialty
ICU
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
12/07
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This ICU travel nurse job in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at DCH Regional Medical Center. This role pays $2,062 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: DCH Regional Medical Center
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Location: Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
- EMR System: Meditech
Responsibilities
- Manage critically ill patients requiring continuous hemodynamic monitoring and frequent reassessment
- Titrate vasoactive, sedation, and other high-alert drips as ordered and per facility protocol
- Care for mechanically ventilated patients and manage critical care devices, including arterial and central lines
- Respond to clinical deterioration and participate in codes and rapid responses
Travel ICU Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent ICU experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Alabama and national regulatory bodies.
DCH Regional Medical Center — Tuscaloosa, AL
Tuscaloosa, AL
DCH Regional Medical Center is a 583-bed (authorized) not-for-profit hospital and the cornerstone of the DCH Health System, serving West Alabama for over a century from a campus adjacent to the University of Alabama. Travel nurses join the region's primary referral and trauma center, with a significant trauma and acute-care role.
- A state-designated Level III Trauma Center (since 2010) with a 16-bed Trauma Surgical ICU and a 54-bed emergency department (~80,000 visits a year). Read More
- A Level II Stroke Center and critical-care units at regional-referral acuity.
- Cardiology that includes open-heart surgery, a cardiac catheterization lab, and a cardiac ICU.
- The Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer Center (medical and radiation oncology, clinical trials), plus robotic and minimally invasive surgery.
- Obstetrics with a NICU; a University of Alabama family-medicine residency training site.
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FAQs – ICU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Tuscaloosa, AL
What certifications do travel ICU jobs require?
Most travel ICU jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Neuro and stroke units commonly add NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and pediatric or mixed units may ask for PALS. The CCRN credential is preferred by many facilities and required by a few.
Will I float on a travel ICU assignment?
It depends on the facility and the contract. ICU travelers may float to PCU, step-down, ER holds, or other critical care areas, while some hospitals limit floating more narrowly. Float expectations are not always visible in the posting, so confirm the policy before accepting an assignment.
What experience is required for travel ICU RN jobs?
Most travel ICU RN jobs require recent critical care experience caring for high-acuity patients and independently managing ventilators, vasoactive drips, sedation, and invasive lines. Some units may also look for experience with CRRT, IABP, Impella, ECMO, or other advanced therapies. Requirements vary by ICU type, so facilities typically want your recent experience to closely match the patient population, devices, and level of care on the assignment.
Must I hold my own Alabama license for this travel assignment?
No—Alabama recognizes Nurse Licensure Compact privilege, so an active multistate RN license is all you need. If you apply by endorsement, eligible applicants may receive Alabama’s one-time, nonrenewable temporary permit while permanent licensure is completed—so plan its timing carefully. Our Alabama Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this ICU job in Tuscaloosa
- Review Alabama nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- View live ICU salary data for travel nurses.
- View Alabama salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Tuscaloosa, AL
Tuscaloosa, AL blends university energy with steady regional care needs that extend beyond the campus population. DCH Regional Medical Center supports consistent volume across emergency departments and medical-surgical units. Northport, Vance, and Moundville offer nearby housing options that keep drives manageable. Tuscaloosa National Airport helps simplify regional arrivals and quick turnarounds between contracts. Off shift, many travelers reset along the Black Warrior Riverwalk or use the University of Alabama area as a natural “hub” for errands. The city’s layout stays straightforward, which makes Tuscaloosa an efficient contract market in west-central Alabama.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel ICU · Tuscaloosa, AL · $2,062 /wk