Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,890 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Columbia, South Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline : RN Start Date : 12 / 22 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours Employment Type : Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) Travel Nurse Job in Columbia, South Carolina Advance your nursing career with a high-impact travel nurse assignment as an ICU Registered Nurse in Columbia, South Carolina (zip code 29204). Join a top-rated acute care hospital's newly expanded Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU), providing expert critical care nursing to adult and geriatric patients. Columbia offers vibrant arts, scenic parks, and a welcoming community—making it a prime destination for healthcare professionals seeking South Carolina nursing jobs and career growth. ICU Nurse Job Details Location : Columbia, South Carolina 29204 Unit : Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) – Acute Care Hospital (includes MICU / SICU overflow) Assignment Duration : 13 weeks (Start : December 8, 2025 – End : March 9, 2026) Shift : Night shifts, 3x12-hour (7 : 00 PM – 7 : 30 AM) Hours per Week : 36 Estimated Weekly Salary : $1570–$1680 Weekend Requirement : Every other weekend (12 weekend shifts per contract) Patient Ratios : 1 : 1–2 Guaranteed Hours : Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks Parking : Free parking pass for downtown lots and garages ICU Registered Nurse Qualifications Minimum 2 years of recent ICU Registered Nurse experience (first-time travel nurses welcome) Active South Carolina RN license or Multi-State / Compact nursing license (pending license considered with proof of application) Required certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Epic charting system experience preferred Preferred equipment experience : CRRT (Prismax), Flotrac, Impella, IABP Ability to float to MICU or other critical care units as needed Flu vaccine required (medical / religious exemptions accepted) Critical Care Nurse Responsibilities Deliver high-quality critical care nursing to adult and geriatric patients with cardiac diagnoses (CHF, STEMI) and MICU / SICU overflow Operate advanced clinical equipment : CRRT, Flotrac, Impella, IABP, ventilators Assist with procedures : arterial line management, chest tube insertion / removal, central line care, wound management Administer emergency medications, titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, and manage multisystem organ dysfunction / failure Interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs), dysrhythmias, obtain 12-lead EKGs, and monitor patients using GE Patient Monitoring System Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams : IV, respiratory, physical therapy, pharmacy, rapid response Float to similar critical care units as needed to support hospital census Discover Columbia’s renowned southern hospitality, thriving arts scene, and outdoor adventures while making a difference in cardiac critical care. Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your ICU nursing career with this top South Carolina travel nurse job! Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com 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 432377. 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.