Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job
Saint Louis, MO
Contracted
Christian Hospital - Aya
Mid Level
Step into a pivotal ICU Travel Nurse opportunity in Saint Louis, Missouri, where your life‑saving skills meet unmatched patient impact. As an experienced Registered Nurse specializing in ICU care, you’ll anchor critical care teams, manage complex patient trajectories, and guide families through challenging moments with confidence and compassion. This assignment invites you to advance your clinical leadership in high‑acuity environments while enjoying the rewards of travel nursing, the thrill of new environments, and the pride that comes from delivering exceptional care when it matters most. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be part of a purpose‑driven network committed to excellence, continuous learning, and empowering every nurse to reach higher levels of proficiency and influence. Start your journey with a setting designed to elevate your practice and broaden your professional horizons.
Missouri’s beauty unfolds beyond the hospital walls. Saint Louis blends iconic architecture and a vibrant cultural scene with easy access to outdoor adventures and family‑friendly neighborhoods. Picture strolling along the Mississippi riverfront, exploring world‑class museums, savoring Midwestern hospitality, and discovering parks, gardens, and river trails that recharge you after late shifts. The state’s diverse landscapes—from the winding Missouri River to the tranquil Ozark foothills—offer weekend escapes that refresh your perspective and fuel your ongoing commitment to care. And for those who crave variety, the role provides opportunities to work in multiple locations across the United States, expanding your clinical repertoire while you explore new communities and clinical ecosystems.
Location Benefits:
- Work in the Saint Louis area within a thriving healthcare corridor renowned for its state‑of‑the‑art ICUs, multidisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to learn from experienced intensivists, respiratory therapists, and critical care specialists.
- Enjoy the flexibility and professional variety of travel assignments across diverse U.S. hospital settings, enabling exposure to different patient populations, protocols, and technologies.
- Benefit from a comprehensive support network designed for travelers, including relocation assistance, housing options, and local onboarding resources to help you settle quickly.
- Tap into Missouri’s rich culture and outdoor recreation during your downtime, with accessible dining, music, sports, and family activities in a welcoming Midwestern city.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Responsibilities: Provide advanced critical care nursing in the ICU, including hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, vasopressor/pressor support, sedation management, delirium assessment, infection control, and rapid response coordination. Deliver comprehensive patient assessments, interpret telemetry, administer complex medications, and collaborate with physicians, charge nurses, case managers, pharmacists, and allied health professionals to develop and adjust individualized care plans. Document meticulously, advocate for patient and family needs, and participate in handoffs with precision to ensure continuity of care.
- Professional Growth: This ICU assignment offers opportunities for skill expansion in critical care protocols, ECMO considerations, acuity pacing, and leadership development within the unit. You’ll have access to ongoing education, simulation labs, and mentorship toward certifications and advanced practice pathways, reinforcing your trajectory toward higher responsibility and recognition.
- Benefits: Competitive compensation with weekly pay ranging from $1,973 to $2,073, tailored to experience and assignment specifics. Sign‑on bonuses, housing assistance, and housing stipends are available to support your transition. Extension opportunities let you continue your impact in the same setting or rotate to adjacent units, maximizing continuity of care and professional continuity.
- Support: Our dedicated travel support team provides 24/7 assistance as you travel with the company. From onboarding to assignment completion, you’ll receive proactive, responsive guidance, access to a travel nurse concierge, and a robust network of peers to lean on. You’ll also benefit from clear escalation paths for clinical or logistical needs, ensuring you’re never navigating challenges alone.
Company Values:
Our organization is deeply committed to empowering nursing professionals, prioritizing career advancement, recognition, and a collaborative, safety‑driven work environment. We believe in investing in people first—providing modern resources, constructive feedback, structured growth opportunities, and a respectful workplace culture where every nurse can thrive. The mission is to cultivate resilient teams, celebrate professional milestones, and foster a sense of belonging that sustains high‑quality patient care over time.
Call to Action:
If you’re a dedicated ICU RN ready to impact lives across diverse settings, we’d love to hear from you. This assignment starts 03/23/2026 and runs for weeks, with weekly pay in the range noted and flexible extension options to align with your career goals. Embrace a role where your expertise shapes outcomes, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions are truly valued. Apply now to join a company that champions your development, supports your journey every step of the way, and invites you to explore the best of Missouri while offering expansive opportunities across the U.S.
Note: Hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.
Missouri’s beauty unfolds beyond the hospital walls. Saint Louis blends iconic architecture and a vibrant cultural scene with easy access to outdoor adventures and family‑friendly neighborhoods. Picture strolling along the Mississippi riverfront, exploring world‑class museums, savoring Midwestern hospitality, and discovering parks, gardens, and river trails that recharge you after late shifts. The state’s diverse landscapes—from the winding Missouri River to the tranquil Ozark foothills—offer weekend escapes that refresh your perspective and fuel your ongoing commitment to care. And for those who crave variety, the role provides opportunities to work in multiple locations across the United States, expanding your clinical repertoire while you explore new communities and clinical ecosystems.
Location Benefits:
- Work in the Saint Louis area within a thriving healthcare corridor renowned for its state‑of‑the‑art ICUs, multidisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to learn from experienced intensivists, respiratory therapists, and critical care specialists.
- Enjoy the flexibility and professional variety of travel assignments across diverse U.S. hospital settings, enabling exposure to different patient populations, protocols, and technologies.
- Benefit from a comprehensive support network designed for travelers, including relocation assistance, housing options, and local onboarding resources to help you settle quickly.
- Tap into Missouri’s rich culture and outdoor recreation during your downtime, with accessible dining, music, sports, and family activities in a welcoming Midwestern city.
Role Specifics and Benefits:
- Responsibilities: Provide advanced critical care nursing in the ICU, including hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, vasopressor/pressor support, sedation management, delirium assessment, infection control, and rapid response coordination. Deliver comprehensive patient assessments, interpret telemetry, administer complex medications, and collaborate with physicians, charge nurses, case managers, pharmacists, and allied health professionals to develop and adjust individualized care plans. Document meticulously, advocate for patient and family needs, and participate in handoffs with precision to ensure continuity of care.
- Professional Growth: This ICU assignment offers opportunities for skill expansion in critical care protocols, ECMO considerations, acuity pacing, and leadership development within the unit. You’ll have access to ongoing education, simulation labs, and mentorship toward certifications and advanced practice pathways, reinforcing your trajectory toward higher responsibility and recognition.
- Benefits: Competitive compensation with weekly pay ranging from $1,973 to $2,073, tailored to experience and assignment specifics. Sign‑on bonuses, housing assistance, and housing stipends are available to support your transition. Extension opportunities let you continue your impact in the same setting or rotate to adjacent units, maximizing continuity of care and professional continuity.
- Support: Our dedicated travel support team provides 24/7 assistance as you travel with the company. From onboarding to assignment completion, you’ll receive proactive, responsive guidance, access to a travel nurse concierge, and a robust network of peers to lean on. You’ll also benefit from clear escalation paths for clinical or logistical needs, ensuring you’re never navigating challenges alone.
Company Values:
Our organization is deeply committed to empowering nursing professionals, prioritizing career advancement, recognition, and a collaborative, safety‑driven work environment. We believe in investing in people first—providing modern resources, constructive feedback, structured growth opportunities, and a respectful workplace culture where every nurse can thrive. The mission is to cultivate resilient teams, celebrate professional milestones, and foster a sense of belonging that sustains high‑quality patient care over time.
Call to Action:
If you’re a dedicated ICU RN ready to impact lives across diverse settings, we’d love to hear from you. This assignment starts 03/23/2026 and runs for weeks, with weekly pay in the range noted and flexible extension options to align with your career goals. Embrace a role where your expertise shapes outcomes, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions are truly valued. Apply now to join a company that champions your development, supports your journey every step of the way, and invites you to explore the best of Missouri while offering expansive opportunities across the U.S.
Note: 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.
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- Competitive weekly pay
- Fast credentialing
- 24/7 recruiter & clinical support
- Nationwide assignments
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