GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Mountain Home, Arkansas.Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/24/2025
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours
Employment Type: Travel
ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Mountain Home, Arkansas
Advance your nursing career as a Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Mountain Home, AR! Join a Magnet-recognized healthcare team in the scenic Twin Lakes Region of the Ozarks. Our 17-bed ICU/CSICU provides state-of-the-art cardiovascular and surgical care for patients of all ages, from neonates to geriatrics. Experience rewarding healthcare work in a supportive environment surrounded by natural beauty and a welcoming Arkansas community.
ICU RN Job Details Location: Mountain Home, AR 72653 – Explore the Ozarks, known for outdoor recreation, lakes, and a vibrant small-town atmosphere.
Healthcare Setting: 17-bed ICU/CSICU with advanced cardiovascular and surgical care
Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
Start Date: November 24, 2025
End Date: February 23, 2026
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (07:00 - 19:00)
Hours per Week: 36
Patient Ratios: 1:2
Weekend Coverage: Required (12 weekend shifts per contract)
Estimated Weekly Salary: $1700-$1820
ICU Registered Nurse Qualifications Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN required, BSN preferred)
Active Arkansas or Compact State RN License
Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience, including open heart/heart recovery
Previous charge nurse experience required
Travel nursing experience highly preferred
Certifications: BLS and ACLS (required); NIHSS preferred
Experience with Cerner electronic charting preferred
Strong communication skills and basic computer proficiency
COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
This is a safety-sensitive position under Arkansas Act 593
ICU RN Responsibilities Deliver direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU/CSICU setting for cardiovascular, surgical, and critically ill patients
Utilize the nursing process to assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide evidence-based care
Provide leadership and mentorship to fellow nursing staff
Manage advanced therapies and equipment, including IABP, ECMO, and Impella devices
Demonstrate expertise in arterial line management, ventilator management, cardiac drips, and post-cardiac surgery care
Maintain accurate documentation and comply with hospital policies and procedures
Ready to take your ICU nursing career to the next level in Arkansas? Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team in Mountain Home and enjoy a travel nursing job where you can work and vacation in the beautiful Ozarks!
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:
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 #424507. 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
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