Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Step into a pivotal ICU nursing role as a Registered Nurse in Bay City, Michigan, where your expertise will directly influence the trajectory of critically ill patients and their families. This is more than a job; it’s a mission to deliver compassionate, high-stakes care in a dynamic environment that rewards precision, teamwork, and continuous learning. As you care for innovative therapies and complex cases, you’ll see how your skilled assessments and rapid interventions can stabilize lives and inspire confidence in patients navigating some of their toughest moments. This travel ICU opportunity starts on 03/09/2026 and is designed to run for weeks, with guaranteed hours and a robust support system that keeps you focused on what you do best—delivering exceptional critical care. Beyond Bay City, the broader opportunity landscape includes the chance to work in varied locations across the U.S., offering you fresh clinical challenges, diverse patient populations, and the satisfaction of shaping your career in multiple settings. And when you’re ready to explore Michigan’s exquisite surroundings, you’ll discover a region known for its lakes, vibrant waterfronts, parks, and cultural richness that add balance to a demanding but rewarding professional path.

Location Benefits:
Bay City sits along the Saginaw Bay and the more expansive Great Lakes region, offering a welcoming community atmosphere with accessible amenities, outdoor recreation, and a thriving local culture. You’ll be part of a supportive hospital network that values collaboration, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care. The area provides opportunities to unwind after your shift with scenic waterfronts, nature trails, and a calendar of local events. If you’re drawn to the broader mobility of travel roles, you’ll have the option to experience other U.S. locations through extended assignments, gaining exposure to different ICU protocols, patient demographics, and interdisciplinary teamwork that enriches your clinical repertoire. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in high-acuity environments and enjoys the balance of a stable, guaranteed schedule with the flexibility to broaden horizons across the country.

Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Core Responsibilities: Provide skilled direct patient care in the ICU, including continuous monitoring of critical patients, management of ventilators and invasive lines, administration of vasoactive medications, hemodynamic assessment, and rapid response to deteriorations. Collaborate closely with intensivists, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and nursing colleagues to implement evidence-based care plans, participate in daily rounds, document accurately, and ensure smooth handoffs during transitions of care. Maintain rigorous infection control practices, pursue pain management and comfort measures, and engage families to support informed decision-making during crisis moments.
- Professional Growth: This assignment offers substantial opportunities for advancement within critical care. You’ll have access to specialized ICU continuing education, mentorship from experienced leaders, and potential pathways to leadership roles such as charge nurse or clinical educator. Expect ongoing skill enhancement in airways management, advanced monitoring, sepsis protocols, and post-ICU recovery care, with a focus on expanding your certifications and clinical autonomy.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy weekly pay ranging from $2,139 to $2,243, with guaranteed 36.0 hours per week. The package includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a competitive bonus opportunity, and the possibility of housing assistance to simplify your transition. There are extension opportunities based on patient census and staffing needs, enabling you to extend your contract to align with your career goals and personal plans.
- Comprehensive Support: Travel assignments come with 24/7 dedicated support from a travel-focused team ready to assist with housing, credentialing, shift changes, and on-tour needs. You’ll have a dependable resource for crisis situations, scheduling adjustments, and clinical questions, so you can focus on delivering the best possible patient care.
- Housing and Logistics: Housing assistance is provided to reduce relocation stress, paired with streamlined logistics for licensure, credentialing, and onboarding. Per diem options and travel stipends may be available to ensure your comfort and financial planning throughout the assignment.
- Stability and Culture: The employer emphasizes teamwork, patient advocacy, and a respectful, inclusive work environment. You’ll be supported by a culture that values your expertise, respects your voice, and invests in your professional development, ensuring you have a clear path toward advanced practice and career longevity.

Company Values:
Our organization is committed to empowering clinicians by fostering continuous learning, promoting career advancement, and cultivating a supportive, collaborative workplace. You’ll join a team that believes in the transformative impact of skilled nursing leadership, peer mentorship, and lasting professional relationships. Expect transparent communication, access to resources that enhance clinical decision-making, and a culture that recognizes and rewards your dedication to patient care. This is a place where your clinical judgment matters, your growth is prioritized, and your wellbeing is supported, every step of the journey.

Call to Action:
If you’re a dedicated ICU RN ready to make a meaningful difference in Bay City while expanding your expertise through varied experiences across the U.S., we want to hear from you. Bring your critical care acumen, your compassion, and your drive to excel, and join a company that prioritizes your development, rewards your commitment, and stands beside you with unwavering support. Apply today to begin a transformative chapter that respects your skills and amplifies your impact on patients and families during their most vulnerable moments.

Please 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.