Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,053 per week

About the role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel ICU Registered Nurse for a 13‑week assignment in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. The RN will provide comprehensive, critical care to patients in the intensive care unit, operating life‑support equipment, administering advanced treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to subtle changes in 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 and comply with hospital safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• One year of recent experience as an ICU RN.
• Valid RN license in compliance with Wisconsin state regulations.
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) and ACLS (AHA/ARC) certifications.
• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficiency with PC skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Physical ability to remain stationary, move equipment (50‑100 lb), push, pull, bend, and perform fine manipulation.
• Capability to work both under close supervision and independently, handling irregular schedules and maintaining continuous concentration.
• Visual acuity and effective communication for patient interaction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification.
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification.
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification.
• Other certifications or licenses as required for the position.

Schedule

Shift: 12‑hour nights
Hours: 36 hours per week
Duration: 13 weeks (starting 11/09/2026)

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 coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Reimbursement for licensure fees and continuing education units (CEUs).
• Referral bonus, mileage reimbursement, and license/certification reimbursement.
• Weekly pay.
• Cancellation protection and guaranteed hours.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Continuing education opportunities.