Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,357 per week

About the Role

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an ICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Worcester, Massachusetts. This role involves providing 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 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 good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
• 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 present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/motor skills: Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
• Mental requirements: Must cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure, work under close supervision occasionally, and work without assistance from other personnel
• Sensory: Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate

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
• 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, nights
• Start Date: 09/09/2026

Job ID #1979495. Pay package is based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.