RN - SICU

Registered Nurse in Surgical ICU

Job Title:

Registered Nurse Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty:
Surgical ICU Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night shift Hours per

Shift: 12 hours

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of ICU experience License:
Active Illinois nursing license or confirmation of application process

Certifications:

BLS, ACLS Must-Have:
Level I trauma and ICU experience

Description:

The unit typically has a patient ratio of 1:2, but could require 1:1 or 1:3 in certain cases. Common patient diagnoses include post-surgical cases, open abdomens, multi-system trauma, and endovascular patients. Registered nurses are required to titrate various medications including pressors, sedation, paralytics, and insulin. A charge nurse and house supervisor are present on each shift, and the charge nurse may take an assignment as staffing allows.

Patient care technicians are available with a ratio of 1:10. Intensivists are available in-house 24/7, providing continuous care and support through telemedicine. Respiratory therapists are also present in the ICU 24/7, utilizing vents, CPAP, and Bipap equipment. There are monitor techs available on the unit, and nurses are responsible for interpreting their own telemetry strips. The shifts are from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

Weekend requirements include six shifts within a six-week period. Holiday requirements involve working every other holiday. There is no requirement for on-call or standby shifts. Floating may occur, wherein the traveler would take a full patient assignment based on the unit's needs. Dress code does not specify any particular colors. Unit-specific orientation will be provided, including EPIC training and shadowing a preceptor.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer:
Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health:
Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more.

We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by Blue Pipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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