Intensive Care Unit - ICU RN - Travel Nurse
Listed on 2026-01-30
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, ICU Nurse, Emergency Medicine, Travel Nurse
Intensive Care Unit - ICU RN - Travel Nurse at Travel Nurse Across America summary:
This role is for an ICU travel nurse with 1-2 years of recent acute care experience responsible for providing direct care to critically ill patients in an Intensive Care Unit. The nurse will monitor patients, administer medications, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and support patients' families while following physician-directed care plans. Physical endurance and certifications such as ACLS and BLS are required due to the demanding nature of ICU nursing and potential exposure to hazardous conditions.
We're looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Milwaukee, WI. The right nurse should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As an ICU Travel Nurse, you'll be responsible for evaluating and monitoring patients in an Intensive Care Unit setting. ICU RNs provide the most direct care to patients in life-threatening situations, documenting and providing physician-directed care, assessing and implementing patient care plans, and delegating to other care providers as appropriate. As an ICU RN you will also be providing education and support to patient families, possibly for long-term care needs.
As an ICU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Provide basic bedside care.
- Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
- Order and evaluate diagnostic tests.
- Take samples for lab work, order corresponding lab work and interpret reports.
- Monitor and adjust specialized equipment, and interpret and record electronic displays.
- Ensure proper placement and functioning of catheters, leads and tubing.
- Communicate patients' conditions to family members.
Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, NIH, 5 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Keywords:
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