Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,038 per week
Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel ICU Registered Nurse for a 16-week assignment in Rochester, New York. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on patients' lives while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and dedicated clinical support.
About the Role
The ICU Registered Nurse provides comprehensive, critical care to patients in the intensive care unit. Responsibilities include assessing and monitoring critically ill patients, operating life-support equipment, administering advanced treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. This position requires strong critical care skills, advanced clinical judgment, and a commitment to patient safety and professional ethics in high-acuity settings.
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; notify appropriate providers 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 and comprehending written instructions, following verbal instructions, and PC skills.
- Physical abilities: Must be able to remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.
- Interpersonal skills: Ability to work effectively with a variety of personnel and maintain a positive attitude.
- Technical/motor skills: Ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, and assist with procedures.
- Mental requirements: Ability to cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision or independently, and handle irregular activity schedules.
- Sensory abilities: Visual acuity and effective communication skills.
Benefits
- Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first-day coverage.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1,560 hours.
- Life and short-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) matching.
- Aggressive Refer-a-Friend Bonus Program.
- 24/7 recruiter support.
- Reimbursement for licensure and continuing education units (CEUs).
- Mileage reimbursement.
- License and certification reimbursement.
- Weekly pay.
- Cancelation protection.
- Guaranteed hours.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Continuing education opportunities.
Pay
Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Schedule
- Start Date: 08/18/2026
- Duration: 16 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- 12-hour shifts