Travel Medical-Surgical ICU RN - $1,638 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: March 7, 2026

Job Description:

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in San Antonio, Texas. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours - Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse, SICU – San Antonio, TX (78229) ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse (SICU) in San Antonio, TX 78229 | 13-week travel assignment starting March 2, 2026. Active Texas RN license required. Join our critical care team in the South Texas Medical Center. Work as a Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) nurse in the heart of San Antonio’s vibrant medical district. This travel nursing job is ideal for experienced ICU RNs and critical care nurses who want to advance their skills while enjoying the culture, dining, and attractions near zip code 78229. Job Details - Job Title: ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse, SICU - Location: San Antonio, TX 78229 (South Texas Medical Center) - Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Travel assignment) - Setting: Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) / Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - Shift: 12-hour nights (19:00–07:00), rotating weekends - Hours per Week: 36 - Employment Type: Travel RN / On-site - Start Date: March 2, 2026 - End Date: June 1, 2026 Compensation - Estimated Weekly Pay: $1460–$1540/week Qualifications / Job Requirements - Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience (critical care nurse experience required) - Active Texas RN license (temporary licenses not accepted) - ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Certification required - Strong critical thinking and assessment skills; able to manage complex SICU patients - Ability to float to other units as needed per hospital policy - Meditech EHR documentation experience preferred - MICU/MSICU background; exposure to IABP and CRRT preferred - Professional appearance and compliance with dress code: navy scrubs, clean and healthy nails, neat hair, covered tattoos, and limited visible piercings Responsibilities - Deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care in the SICU as a critical care RN - Perform ICU procedures including chest tube care, assistance with GI scopes, intubations, central and arterial line management, NG tubes, Foley catheters, and dressing changes - Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using Meditech or other EHR systems - Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes - Maintain punctuality, attendance, and adherence to unit guidelines and hospital policies - Float to other units as required to support patient care and staffing needs What We Offer - Opportunity to gain advanced SICU experience at a major healthcare hub (South Texas Medical Center) - Competitive travel nurse compensation—contact recruiter for details - Supportive team environment focused on professional growth for ICU RNs and critical care nurses Experience San Antonio’s thriving medical district while advancing your career as a travel ICU RN. Apply now to join our healthcare team — submit your resume or contact our recruiter today to learn more about this SICU travel nurse opportunity in San Antonio, Texas. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision 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 465233. 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.

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