Travel ICU Registered Nurse

Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,092 per week at American Traveler summary:
The position is for a Travel ICU Registered Nurse in Bedford, Indiana, managing critically ill patients in a hospital ICU night shift setting for a 13-week contract. The role requires at least two years of ICU RN experience, relevant licensure, and proficiency with Cerner EMR, overseeing complex care for patients with serious conditions. Benefits include high pay, medical coverage from day one, housing allowances, and 401(k) options, with a focus on travel nursing support and career development.
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bedford, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, nights

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Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an ICU position managing complex critical care patients on night shifts, requiring IN or compact RN licensure and at least two years of ICU experience.
Responsibilities

• Work in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of a hospital

• Patient population includes sepsis, DKA, respiratory failure, COPD, atrial fibrillation, NSTEMI without intervention, acute mental status changes, and hypertensive emergencies

• Staffing ratios are 1:2

• 12-hour night shifts (3x12), 17:00-5:30

• Weekend requirement is 1 weekend every 3 weeks

• May be required to float to medical-surgical units and within the hospital or to affiliate hospitals

• Uses Cerner EMR

• Responsible for comprehensive critical care management and intervention for complex ICU patients

• First time travelers are accepted for this position

• Must adhere to infection prevention, isolation precautions, and proper use of PPE

• Candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays

• Dress code and scrub requirements follow hospital policy

• Up to 5 days of requested time off (RTO) may be auto-approved
Requirements

• Active IN or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration

• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required

• Current BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred

• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation/management, multi-system organ failure, IV insulin protocols, GI surgery, accessing ports, arterial and central line management, PICC management, starting IVs, blood product administration, ventilator and BiPAP/CPAP care, HFNC, ABG interpretation, procedural and continuous IV sedation, titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, phlebotomy, and surgical wound care

• Must have graduated from a university accredited by ACEN or CCNE

• Experience with Cerner charting required

• Must not be a current Indiana resident

• Returning perm or PRN IU employees must wait at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
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  #P. 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.
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