Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,761 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) position in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The assignment is 13 weeks, 36 hours per week on 12‑hour night shifts, with immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor patients in the ICU setting.
• Provide direct care to patients in life‑threatening situations, documenting and implementing physician‑directed care.
• Assess and implement patient care plans and delegate to other care providers as appropriate.
• Provide education and support to patient families, including 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

• Current ACLS and BLS certifications.
• Minimum 1.5 years of recent acute care experience (1‑2 years preferred).
• Additional certifications may be required before assignment.

Skills

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty.
• Capable of lifting 20 pounds routinely; patient handling may require up to 50 pounds.
• Tolerance for exposure to chemicals or infectious diseases and ability to manage confused, agitated, or uncooperative patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed hours
• Continuing education
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Benefits effective day 1

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend.

Schedule

12‑hour night shifts, 36 hours per week, for a 13‑week assignment.