Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Step into a pivotal ICU RN role in Petoskey Michigan where every shift matters and every patient story counts. As a Travel Registered Nurse specializing in Intensive Care youll bring high-stakes expertise to a community that prizes teamwork calm precision and compassionate care. Youll monitor critically ill patients manage ventilators and vasoactive drips interpret hemodynamics and collaborate with physicians respiratory therapists and unit staff to stabilize conditions prevent complications and guide families through uncertainty with clear steady communication. This assignment is designed to elevate your clinical confidence expand your toolkit with advanced critical care skills and connect you with mentors and colleagues who share your commitment to excellence. For those who crave variety the role also opens pathways to assignments across the United States letting you experience a spectrum of hospital cultures and patient populationsfrom busy urban ICUs to rural community hospitalswhile continuing to hone your specialty. And when youre off shift youll have chances to explore Michigans natural beauty from the turquoise waters of Lake Michigan to pine forests dunes charming towns and outstanding outdoor recreation all within a short drive. Youll be supported by a cohesive travel nursing team that values your expertise offers onboarding that respects your pace and keeps education at the forefront so you can stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of critical care.

Location benefits:
Petoskey offers a distinctive blend of small-town warmth and robust medical resources with scenic waterfronts four seasons of outdoor adventures and a welcoming healthcare community. The regions hospitals emphasize patient-centered care multidisciplinary collaboration and a supportive environment for travelers who bring fresh perspectives. Whether youre here for a few weeks or extending into multiple assignments across the U.S. youll enjoy the opportunity to build lasting relationships with local teams while maintaining a broad national view of best practices in critical care. If youre drawn to new landscapes the program also facilitates placements in other locations nationwide allowing you to diversify your experience and strengthen your resume through exposure to varied patient populations protocols and your downtime you can savor local cuisine stroll historic districts or take advantage of seasonal recreationfrom winter sledding and snowshoeing to summer sailing and scenic hikesmaking this assignment both professionally rewarding and personally enriching.

Role specifics and benefits:
In this ICU RN role your core duties include monitoring unstable patients titrating vasoactive medications managing invasive lines interpreting trends from monitors and recognizing deterioration early to trigger timely interventions. Youll participate in daily rounds collaborate with charge nurses intensivists pharmacists and advanced practice providers and contribute to care plans that balance life-sustaining therapy with comfort and dignity for patients and families. Youll also have opportunities for professional growthclocking in a steady rhythm of learning leading small teams on shifts precepting newer nurses and pursuing certifications or specialty tracks that sharpen your critical care expertise. The compensation package is designed to reward your skill and commitment: weekly pay ranging from $2156 to $2337 with guaranteed hours of 36 per week for the duration of the assignment. A signing bonus is available along with housing assistance or a housing stipend to ease relocation and options to extend the assignment beyond the initial term. Youll benefit from a robust support system including 24/7 assistance for travelers a dedicated clinical liaison and access to streamlined credentialing and onboarding processes. A structured orientation ongoing performance feedback and a culture that values your contributions ensure you feel empowered to grow from week to week. This role is designed not only to advance your clinical acumen but to expand your professional influence within ICU teams quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice initiatives across settings.

Company values:
Our partner company is built on a foundation of empowerment collaboration and clear opportunities for career advancement. Theyre committed to cultivating a supportive environment where ICU specialists can grow lead and shape practice standards. From mentorship programs to continuing education stipends and timely access to clinical leaders the organization prioritizes your well-being and professional trajectory as much as patient outcomes. Travelers are essential members of the care team welcomed with transparent communication fair treatment and a defined path to expanded responsibilities as you gain experience and demonstrate leadership. Youll join a culture that values resilience curiosity and a shared commitment to delivering compassionate high-quality care in every setting.

Call to action:
If youre ready to bring your ICU expertise to Petoskey and potentially to other communities across the country apply now. This is your invitation to join a company that values your patient-centered approach rewards your skill and supports your journey toward greater autonomy and impact in critical care. Start date is 03/09/2026 with an initial weeks assignment designed to set you up for success and with extendable opportunities as you demonstrate excellence. Your next career chapter could begin herewhere clinical excellence meets scenic inspiration and a team that has your back every step of the way.

Note:
The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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About TLC Nursing
TLC Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency pairing Nursing and Allied Health professionals with high-quality travel and local contracts across the U.S.

ShiftShield Traveler Protection
ShiftShield protects travelers from preventable facility-driven cancellations and ensures fair compensation for schedule disruptions.

Why Travelers Choose TLC

• Competitive weekly pay
• Fast credentialing
• 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
• Nationwide assignments

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $1000 per referral no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.