Travel ICU / Intermediate Care Unit Registered Nurse - $2,236 per week

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.