Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Job Description

Fusion Medical Staffing is looking for a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) for an ICU assignment in Ottawa, Kansas. This 13‑week travel nursing position offers 36 hours per week on a 12‑hour night shift.

• Specialty:
  ICU – Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• Hours:
  
  36 per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

• 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

• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification
• TNCC, NIHSS certification
• Other certifications or licenses may be required

• Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing subtle changes in condition
• Administer complex medications and treatments per critical‑care protocols
• Operate and manage advanced life‑support equipment
• Ensure patient safety and comfort in high‑acuity ICU settings
• Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions, notifying providers of changes in patient status
• Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring (arterial lines, central venous pressure, pulmonary artery catheters)
• Accurately document all assessments and interventions in a timely manner
• Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment and treatments
• Communicate closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize care
• Maintain proficiency in critical‑care procedures and technologies through ongoing education
• Adhere to strict infection‑control protocols to protect patients
• Engage in quality‑improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned within scope
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection‑control guidelines, and regulatory standards

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication
• Proficient reading, writing, and oral communication in English
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, with basic PC skills
• Physical Abilities – remain stationary, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal Skills – work effectively with diverse personnel, maintain professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills – fine manipulation, assistance with procedures, use of departmental equipment
• Mental Requirements – cope with public interaction, meet deadlines under pressure, work with irregular schedules, maintain concentration on details
• Sensory – visual acuity and effective communication

• 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 coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Employee referral bonus program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and continuing education units
• Benefits start day 1
• Weekly pay
• Cancellation protection
• Guaranteed hours
• Employee assistance program
• Milage reimbursement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job and is subject to change at any time with or without notice.

* Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer

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