Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Step into a pivotal ICU nursing opportunity in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where your expertise as a Registered Nurse specializing in critical care can shape outcomes, save lives, and elevate the standard of care for the most vulnerable patients. This travel assignment places you at the heart of high-acuity care, where rapid assessment, decisive intervention, and meticulous coordination with physicians, therapists, and support teams come together to stabilize critically ill patients. As you begin on 03/09/2026 for a flexible duration of weeks, you’ll lead with clinical excellence, mentor junior staff, and propel your professional growth within the ICU specialty. You’ll bring vigilance, compassion, and a proactive mindset to a continuously evolving environment where every shift offers the chance to make a measurable difference in patient trajectories and family experiences.

Pennsylvania is more than a destination; it’s a tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. From gilded city neighborhoods and world-class museums to scenic parks and the rolling countryside just beyond the urban core, this state offers inspiration during your off hours and moments of rest. In Philadelphia, you’ll be immersed in a thriving healthcare hub with access to renowned teaching hospitals, cutting-edge critical care research, and a community that values the art and science of healing. When you’re ready to explore beyond the city, you have easy access to charming towns, iconic landmarks, and diverse culinary scenes that reflect the region’s rich heritage. This diversity of experiences adds depth to your travel assignment, helping you recharge and return to your ICU role with renewed focus and energy.

Location Benefits:
- Work in Philadelphia, PA, a nationally respected medical center ecosystem that hosts elite ICUs, enabling exposure to a broad spectrum of critical care cases and advanced therapeutic modalities.
- Benefit from the opportunity to travel to varied clinical settings across the United States, broadening your professional network and sharpening adaptability in different hospital cultures and patient populations.
- Access robust mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing education that supports ongoing credentialing, performance improvement projects, and specialized ICU certifications.
- Engage with a vibrant urban environment rich in arts, history, and dining, paired with convenient access to parks, gardens, and nearby countryside for downtime and personal well-being.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core responsibilities include managing critically ill patients in the ICU, initiating and optimizing ventilator support, hemodynamic monitoring, vasoactive therapy, rapid response and code leadership when indicated, and careful coordination with the care team to execute evidence-based protocols.
- You will perform comprehensive assessments, interpret complex data, titrate medications with precision, and document care plans that reflect patient goals and family communication needs.
- Lead and participate in rounds, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and support practice-based learning to advance unit standards and patient outcomes.
- This role offers substantial professional growth within the ICU specialty, including cross-training opportunities, exposure to diverse patient populations, and potential advancement through performance-based pathways.
- Competitive benefits include a sign-on or completion bonus, housing or housing stipends to ease relocation, and the potential for contract extensions to continue your impact as needs arise.
- A robust support structure accompanies you every step of the way, with 24/7 company-backed support while traveling, assistance with licensure and credentialing, and a dedicated staff liaison to address clinical and logistical questions.
- You’ll operate within a framework that emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and a culture that values your expertise and contributions to patient recovery.
- The assignment specifies an expected weekly pay range of $2,275-$2,353, with guaranteed 36 hours per week, and a start date of 03/09/2026, reinforcing financial predictability and work-life balance during travel. Note that compensation and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process and may vary by site and shift.

Company Values:
Our organization is dedicated to empowering nursing professionals, fostering a culture of learning, respect, and advancement. We champion career development, encourage leadership in clinical practice, and support a collaborative, compassionate work environment where every nurse can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and grow into increasingly autonomous, expert roles. You’ll find a welcoming community that respects your expertise, provides the tools you need to succeed, and recognizes your commitment to patient care and professional excellence.

Call to Action:
If you’re an ICU-ICU-appropriate Registered Nurse ready to influence lives across diverse settings and to grow within a supportive, dynamic travel program, apply now. This is more than a job—it’s a pathway to broaden your clinical horizon, broaden your impact, and be part of a team that values your dedication and professional trajectory. Embark on this journey with a company that prioritizes your development, well-being, and success as you advance in critical care nursing.

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 $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

EEO Statement
TLC Healthforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer.