Travel RN – ICU Travel Nurse Job in Grand Blanc, MI
Grand Blanc, Michigan
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13 Weeks
Critical Care Travel Nursing Jobs | ICU Travel Jobs
Ready for your next critical care assignment? Explore 307 ICU travel nurse jobs just updated 17 minutes ago, with top openings in California (45), Texas (32), and Arizona (24). These critical care travel nursing jobs include 13-week contracts at high-acuity ICUs with advanced technologies and low nurse-to-patient ratios. Advantis Medical connects ICU RNs to MICU, SICU, CVICU, and neuro ICU jobs. Our current ICU travel nurse job opening offer... competitive weekly pay from $1,551 - $3,431 with starts dates between Feb 10, 2026 to Mar 17, 2026. We've earned 700+ 5-star reviews for our fast onboarding, personalized support, and real growth. Apply today or set up ICU job alerts!
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The Rising Need for Critical Care Travel Nursing Jobs
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nursing represents the highest level of patient care—24/7 management of critically ill and injured patients. ICU nurses are experts in advanced life support and rapid interventions for life-threatening conditions such as sepsis, multi-organ failure, and post-operative complications. Their specialized expertise is reflected in credentials like the Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), held by more than 102,000 nurses nationwide, and in the high proportion of ICU nurses with BSN degrees or higher.
Hospitals nationwide continue to face ongoing challenges in maintaining adequate ICU staffing, making experienced critical care nurses more valuable than ever. This constant demand has created opportunities for critical care travel nurses. If you’re an experienced ICU RN looking to take your skills on the road, ICU travel nurse jobs offer the chance to make an immediate impact while exploring new settings. Whether you prefer short-term contracts or diverse clinical experiences, ICU RN travel jobs provide a rewarding way to advance your critical care career.
Travel Nursing Jobs - Trending States
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying travel nurse job states are:
- Illinois up to $3,481 per week
- California up to $3,467 per week
- New Jersey up to $3,449 per week
- Ohio up to $3,435 per week
- Michigan up to $3,431 per week
High Demand for Critical Care Travel Nurse Jobs
The demand for intensive care unit travel nurse jobs is consistent, driven by complex patient needs and specialized unit requirements in acute care settings nationwide. These ICU travel nurse jobs require expertise in managing critical conditions like sepsis, respiratory failure, and post-op complications, often utilizing advanced equipment such as ventilators or CRRT. Successful ICU RNs demonstrate rapid assessment and emotional resilience. Key certifications include ACLS and CCRN, usually with 1-2 years of experience. Expect competitive pay, typically from $1,551 to $3,431 weekly, reflecting the critical skills of ICU RN travel jobs.
Top Facilities Hiring ICU Travel Nurses
Advantis Medical partners with leading hospitals nationwide to fill ICU travel nurse jobs, including:
- Albany Medical Center – recognized for its advanced neuro-trauma and medical ICU units.
- Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center – a leader in cardiothoracic and surgical critical care.
- Ohio State University – Wexner Medical Center – home to nationally ranked surgical and transplant ICUs.
- Mission Hospital – known for high-acuity MICU and SICU facilities.
- UNC Main Hospital – featuring specialized neuro and cardiovascular intensive care units.
These facilities seek ICU RNs who excel in ventilator management, ECMO, CRRT, and rapid-response interventions. Critical care travel nursing jobs at these hospitals require precision, adaptability, and expert-level clinical judgment to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
FAQs — ICU Travel Nurse Jobs & Critical Care Insights
What certifications are required for ICU travel nurse jobs?
Most ICU travel nurse jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Many facilities strongly prefer or require the Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) credential, especially for specialized units like MICU, SICU, or CVICU. Pediatric and neonatal ICUs may also require PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications.
What are the highest-paying states for ICU travel nurse jobs?
Based on current job data, the following states offer some of the highest-paying ICU RN travel jobs for experienced nurses, with weekly rates that vary by facility, shift type, and specialty ICU unit:
How much do ICU travel nurse jobs typically pay?
ICU travel nurse jobs offer competitive compensation. Weekly pay averages $2,112, with most contracts ranging from $1,551 to $3,431 per week, depending on the facility, shift type, location, and your certifications or experience.
What are typical patient ratios in ICU travel nurse jobs?
ICU travel nurse jobs usually feature 1:1 or 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratios, allowing for continuous monitoring and specialized interventions for critically ill patients. These ratios ensure that critical care nurses can focus on complex assessments and life-saving care.
What specialized equipment is commonly used by ICU travel nurses?
ICU travel nurses frequently operate advanced medical equipment such as ventilators, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) machines, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) circuits, and hemodynamic monitoring systems. Proficiency with this equipment is essential for managing high-acuity patients and responding rapidly to changes in their condition.