Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – ICU, Utica, New York. Travel assignment commencing 06/15/2026 for 13 weeks in a hospital ICU unit. Weekly pay ranges from $2,260 to $2,452 per week, with guaranteed hours of 36 per week. Shift: 2x3 Nights. Unit supports Neuro/Med, CTICU, and Surg/Trauma patients in a 42-bed ICU. This role requires ICU travel experience and offers floating to supported units as needed.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,260–$2,452 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 2x3 Nights
- Start date: 06/15/2026
- Local rate available for candidates within 75 miles

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care for ICU patients, including neuro/med, CTICU, and trauma populations; monitor hemodynamics, ventilator management, and critical care needs.
- Perform support for CRRT (Prismaflex) and other advanced ICU therapies; respond promptly to clinical changes and implement physician orders.
- Administer medications, manage lines and tubes, document care in the EMR, and participate in daily rounds with the multidisciplinary team.
- Collaborate with physicians, bedside nurses, pharmacists, and therapists to develop and adjust patient care plans; provide accurate handoffs during shift changes.
- Float to related ICU units as needed; maintain standards for infection control, patient safety, and family communication.
- Ensure equipment readiness, proper documentation, and adherence to unit policies and procedures.

Requirements
- Active New York RN license with NURSYS verification; all active RN licenses required
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience (ICU, SICU, CTICU, Trauma ICU, Neuro ICU)
- Travel experience required with 2 recent ICU Charge/Manager RN references; EPIC EMR experience
- RTO (time off) request must be included at submission; valid driver’s license with address matching demographics
- Up-to-date resume demonstrating ICU travel and clinical experience
- Ability to float to other ICU units as needed; strong heart care experience is highly preferred

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated travel nurse support and onboarding assistance
- Credentialing and licensing verification support
- EPIC EMR training and ongoing resources
- Assignment extension opportunities
- Guidance on local rate eligibility for nearby candidates
- Ongoing, responsive communication throughout the assignment

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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more


• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more


• Local contract and per diem opportunities


• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns


• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly


• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start


• 24/7 support while you are on assignment


• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs


• Access to multiple job options at once


• Flexible assignment locations


• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.