Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,656 per week

About the Role

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN for the ICU - Intensive Care Unit in Wichita, Kansas. This is a 13-week assignment starting on 08/17/2026, with 36 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to subtle changes in patient condition
• Administer complex medications and treatments in accordance with approved critical care nursing techniques
• Operate and manage advanced life support equipment
• Ensure patient safety and comfort in high-acuity ICU environments, addressing physical and emotional needs
• Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions, notifying the appropriate provider of changes in patient status
• Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheters
• Document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulatory standards
• Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment, treatments, and recovery expectations
• Communicate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care
• Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures and technologies through ongoing education and training
• Adhere to strict infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised patients and reduce risks
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance ICU patient outcomes and operational efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as an ICU RN
• Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) and ACLS (AHA/ARC) certifications

Qualifications

• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification (preferred)
• TNCC, NIHSS certification (preferred)
• Other certifications or licenses may be required

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Proficiency in PC skills
• Physical abilities: remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal skills: work effectively with various personnel, maintain a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/motor skills: grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures
• Mental requirements: cope with frequent contact with the public, meet deadlines under pressure, work independently and under supervision
• Sensory: visual acuity and effective communication abilities

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first-day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion?

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our mission is to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer day-one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships, awards, exclusive discounts, and more. Our team, from recruiters to clinical and traveler experience specialists, is dedicated to guiding and celebrating your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.

*Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer. Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week, with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.