Planet 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: 12/08/2025
- 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.
Planet 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 Planet Healthcare
Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.
Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.
Our Methodology
Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.
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Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus
