Local Contract ICU Registered Nurse - $50-58 per hour
About the role
The Intensive Care Unit is a 13 bed, general critical care environment providing comprehensive care for patients with life-threatening conditions across a broad spectrum of medical and surgical diagnoses. Nurses in this unit are experienced in ventilator management, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT (if applicable), and titration of multiple vasoactive and sedative infusions. The ICU operates within a highly collaborative model with intensivists, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy, requiring strong clinical judgment and the ability to manage rapidly evolving patient conditions.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive care for patients with life-threatening conditions across a broad spectrum of medical and surgical diagnoses.
- Manage complex cases including septic shock, acute respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation, multi-organ dysfunction, post-operative complications, hemodynamic instability, and advanced critical care interventions.
- Perform ventilator management, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, CRRT (if applicable), and titration of multiple vasoactive and sedative infusions.
- Collaborate with intensivists, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy to manage rapidly evolving patient conditions.
Requirements
- Current RN license in good standing.
- Experience in an ICU setting preferred.
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage rapidly evolving patient conditions.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
- Pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Benefits
Some of the industry-leading benefits enjoyed by Medical Solutions travel nurses and travel allied healthcare professionals include:
- Day One Medical, Dental, and Vision with low premiums
- Day One 401(k) with Company Contribution
- Personalized Compensation Packages
- Paid, Private, Fully Furnished, Pet-Friendly Housing
- Dedicated Recruiter and 24/7 Customer Care Line
- Per Diem Allowance and Paid Travel
- Licenses and Certifications Reimbursement
- Free Liability Coverage
- Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Pet Insurance
Pay
Exact pay package may vary based on guaranteed hours, distance being traveled, and customizations available for travelers. Estimated pay package based on bill rate at time job was posted. Bill rates can change frequently and without notice.
Schedule
12 hours, nights