$38–$60/hr
Hospital ICU
Days
RN license
$25,000 per year
Dental, 401(k)
Job Description
ENHANCE YOUR SKILLS AS A U.S. ARMY CRITICAL CARE NURSE As a critical care nurse and officer on the U.S. Army or Army Reserve health care team, you manage the care of our Soldiers and their families, making immediate decisions and applying your critical technical and thinking skills when they need it most. You’ll work in state-of-the-art medical facilities with some of the most innovative equipment and technology available in the industry. If you choose the Army Reserve, you can enhance your nursing career while working in your community and serving when needed. Whether you choose to serve active duty or part-time, you will work alongside collaborative professionals who share your dedication to patient care. As an Army Reserve Critical Care Nurse, you may qualify for up to $75,000 special pay ($25,000 per year for a maximum of 3 years) and up to $50,000 to repay qualifying education loans ($20,000 for the first 2 years and $10,000 for the third year). Benefits include: Travel opportunities, including humanitarian missions No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family Non-contributory retirement benefits with 20 years of qualifying service (starting at age 60 for Army Reserve) 30 days of paid vacation earned annually (for Active duty) Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges Flexible, portable retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k) Privileges that come with being an officer in the S. Army or Army Reserve Training to become a leader in your specialized field Requirements include: Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing Between 21 and 42 years of age Current, valid and unrestricted nursing license U.S. citizenship (Active duty) or a permanent resident (Army Reserve) Numerous positions are available worldwide. To find out more, visit us at healthcare.goarmy.com/nurse.
Location & Routes
- Base city: Grove View Acres, AL
Benefits & Bonuses
- Dental
- 401(k)
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your nursing role
Requirements
Active RN license required.
1–2+ years of ICU/critical care experience.
BLS and ACLS required. CCRN preferred.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What ICU experience do I need?
Most ICU roles require 1–2 years of recent critical-care experience. Travel ICU contracts typically expect 2+ years. New grads can apply to ICU residency programs offered by many hospitals.
Which certifications are required?
BLS and ACLS are required. CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) is preferred and often comes with a pay differential.
What does the schedule look like?
Most ICU positions run three 12-hour shifts per week — either days (7a–7p) or nights (7p–7a) — with weekend and holiday rotations.
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Nursing Jobs in Grove View Acres, AL
Grove View Acres is a working healthcare town: major Alabama hospitals and health systems drive consistent demand year-round. Most nursing openings around Grove View Acres, Alabama fall into three buckets — staff hospital roles, per diem and PRN shifts, and travel/agency assignments tied to med-surg, ICU, ER, and travel nurse roles.
Nurses based in Grove View Acres have a real advantage: they can pick up staff roles at major Alabama hospitals and health systems or jump on agency boards covering med-surg, ICU, ER, and travel nurse roles. New grads typically start on med-surg or telemetry floors before specializing.