Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,992 per week

About the Role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a 13-week travel assignment in Saint Albans, Vermont. This role involves providing comprehensive, critical care to patients in the intensive care unit, working 36 hours per week on 12-hour day 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.
• Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record in a timely manner.
• 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.
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification.
• TNCC, NIHSS certification.
• Other certifications or licenses as required for the position.

Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficiency in reading/comprehending written instructions, following verbal instructions, and PC skills.
• Physical abilities: Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.
• Interpersonal skills: Must work effectively with a variety of personnel to maintain a positive attitude and professionalism.
• Technical/motor skills: Ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures.
• Mental requirements: Ability to cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision, and contend with irregular schedules and continuous concentration to detail.
• Sensory: Must possess visual acuity and ability to communicate effectively.

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.
• Day-one insurance with $0 copay for mental health services.
• Scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• License and certification reimbursement.
• Weekly pay.
• Cancelation protection.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Continuing education opportunities.

Schedule

• Duration: 13 weeks.
• 36 hours per week.
• Shift: 12 hours, days.