Travel Intensive Care Unit; ICU Registered Nurse; RN

Travel ICU nurses provide specialized care to critically ill patients in intensive care units across different healthcare facilities. On any given shift, a nurse handles complex medical equipment, monitors for subtle changes, and provides compassionate care to critically ill patients. However, in an intensive care unit, patients require regular monitoring of vitals, the use of life-supporting systems such as ventilators or heart monitoring, and precisely delivered medications.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Monitoring & Assessment:

Assessing, monitoring, and recording patient condition as appropriate

For this reason, ICU nurses require more extensive knowledge of complex medical conditions and equipment

Continuous vital sign monitoring and documentation

Early recognition of patient deterioration

Equipment Management:

Managing invasive lines and monitoring devices

Managing artificial airways and ventilators

Titrating hemodynamic drips

Operating and troubleshooting complex life-support equipment

Required Qualifications:

Active RN license in compact state or ability to obtain licensure in assignment states

Current BLS certification

Clear background check and drug screening