Travel ICU RN - $2,438 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) position in Yakima, Washington. The role is a travel nursing assignment with a start date of November 16, 2026, lasting 13 weeks, requiring 36 hours per week on 12‑hour night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor patients in an Intensive Care Unit setting.
• Provide direct care to patients in life‑threatening situations, documenting and delivering physician‑directed care.
• Assess and implement patient care plans, delegating to other care providers as appropriate.
• Provide education and support to patient families, possibly for long‑term care needs.
• Provide basic bedside care.
• Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medication; report any adverse reactions.
• Order and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Take samples for lab work, order corresponding lab work, and interpret reports.
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment; interpret and record electronic displays.
• Ensure proper placement and functioning of catheters, leads, and tubing.
• Communicate patients’ conditions to family members.

Requirements

• 1‑2 years of recent acute care experience.
• ACLS certification.
• BLS certification.
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning the assignment.

Skills

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty.
• Capable of easily lifting 20 pounds; moving/lifting patients may require up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to handle exposure to certain chemicals or infectious diseases.
• Ability to treat patients who may be confused, agitated, and/or uncooperative.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Pay

Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

Start date: 11/16/2026; Duration: 13 weeks; 36 hours per week; Shift: 12 hours, nights; Employment Type: Travel.