American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Middletown, Connecticut.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Job Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a night shift assignment requiring Epic proficiency and a CT RN license.
Responsibilities Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) within an acute care hospital setting
24-bed unit with high-acuity patients such as CVA, TPA, AAA, MI (diagnostic only), hypertension, overdose, ETOH detox, GI bleed, septic shock, and more
Nurse-to-patient ratios: ICU 1:2 or 1:1 depending on acuity, IMCU 1:3 days and 1:4 nights
All rooms equipped with Phillips Intelevue monitors; nurses must interpret rhythm strips
All drips are titrated and have experience with vents (Avea in ICU, Bipap in IMCU) and external temporary pacers
Epic charting system in use
12-hour night shifts starting at 7pm; four 12-hour shifts per week
Required to work every other weekend and every other holiday
Float to telemetry or IMCU possible, with ratios up to 1:5 on those units
Scrub color requirement is Caribbean blue; black or white shirts allowed under uniform, pants may be black or Caribbean blue
Care for very high acuity patients, including homeless, substance abuse, and mental health populations
Charge nurse typically does not take patient assignments
Support staff includes nurse aides (1:8), monitor techs, respiratory therapists, and pharmacy available 24/7
IV team available 7am-8:30pm, nurse resource support 24/7
Floor-specific orientation consists of 2 shifts
Must not have outside employment during assignment
No time off (RTO) permitted during the first two weeks; minimal RTO considered after
First-time travelers will not be considered for this role
Requirements Active CT RN license required
Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
Epic EMR experience required
Prior travel nurse experience required
Ability to interpret cardiac rhythm strips
Strong customer service, flexibility, empathy, and teamwork skills
Benefits High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-617263. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU
About American Traveler With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.