ICU Travel Nurse Job in Atlanta, GA | Days (3x12)
Emory - Saint Joseph's Hospital
Atlanta, GA
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Travel RN
ICU Nurse in Atlanta, GA
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$2,170
Specialty
ICU
Travel · RN
Shift
Days
3×12 hrs
Start Date
11/23
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This ICU travel nurse job in Atlanta, Georgia, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Emory - Saint Joseph's Hospital. This role pays $2,170 per week and follows a Days shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Emory - Saint Joseph's Hospital
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Location: Atlanta, GA 30342 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Days (3x12)
- EMR System: Epic
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 Georgia and national regulatory bodies.
Emory - Saint Joseph's Hospital — Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital is a specialty referral hospital in north Atlanta with ANCC Magnet with Distinction recognition and established cardiovascular, surgical and cancer programs.
- The emergency department treats major and minor medical emergencies 24/7. Critical care includes a medical-surgical ICU and a cardiac care unit. Read More
- The Visconti Center for Robotics offers minimally invasive operations across cardiac, thoracic, urologic, gynecologic and cancer surgery, reflecting a broad specialty surgical service.
- Orthopedic care includes joint replacement and spine surgery, with minimally invasive and robotic approaches available through the Orthopaedics & Spine Pavilion.
- The hospital has a Winship Cancer Institute program offering multidisciplinary cancer care and access to clinical trials. Its urology service includes reconstructive surgery and urologic oncology.
- The Gamma Knife Center treats brain disorders, adding a focused neurosurgical treatment option alongside the hospital's medical and operative specialty services.
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FAQs – ICU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Atlanta, GA
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.
Is a separate Georgia license required for this travel assignment?
No—Georgia honors active multistate RN licenses through the Nurse Licensure Compact. For licensure by endorsement, register with GAPS/Idemia when you submit the application, then complete fingerprinting only after the Board’s emailed instructions arrive. Our Georgia Nursing License Guide has current fees, timelines, and step-by-step instructions.
What makes Emory Saint Joseph's a specialty-focused assignment for travel nurses?
Emory Saint Joseph's is a Magnet with Distinction specialty referral hospital known for cardiovascular, surgical, orthopedic, oncology, and neurological care. Travelers may work with complex patients referred for advanced procedures rather than a broad general-trauma population.
How extensive is robotic and minimally invasive surgery at Emory Saint Joseph's?
The Visconti Center for Robotics supports cardiac, thoracic, urologic, gynecologic, and cancer procedures, while orthopedic and spine programs also use minimally invasive approaches. OR, PACU, and surgical-floor travelers may see a wide range of specialty postoperative patients.
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
Licensing in Georgia
Compact license accepted. Georgia is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, and our team handles endorsement and renewals for you.
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Explore Atlanta, GA
One of the Southeast's deepest academic-medicine networks centers on Atlanta, GA, with Emory University Hospital and Grady Memorial Hospital among the systems a traveler will quickly recognize. Operating rooms and emergency departments across the metro keep RN assignments circulating among several campuses rather than clustering in one district. Many travelers base in Decatur, Marietta, or Roswell, trading a longer drive for easier suburban housing. Traffic, not job count, tends to be the real variable here, so a short commute often matters more than a central address. The footprint is broad enough that finding the next contract rarely means leaving the metro. Off shift, the BeltLine's miles of walking and cycling paths sit close at hand for an easy way to decompress.
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 · Atlanta, GA · $2,170 /wk