
Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,937 per week
Fusion Medical Staffing, Saint Louis, MO, United States
Job Details
Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 05/11/2026
Duration: 16 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Summary
The ICU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive, critical care to patients in the intensive care unit. This role encompasses assessing and monitoring critically ill patients, operating life-support equipment, administering advanced treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. The position requires strong critical care skills, advanced clinical judgment, excellent communication, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and professional ethics in high‑acuity settings.
Essential Work Functions
Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to subtle changes in patient condition
Administer complex medications and treatments in accordance with approved critical care nursing techniques
Operate and manage advanced life support equipment
Ensure patient safety and comfort in high‑acuity ICU environments, addressing physical and emotional needs
Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions, notifying the appropriate provider of changes in patient status
Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheters
Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record in a timely manner to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulatory standards
Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment, treatments, and recovery expectations
Communicate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care
Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures and technologies through ongoing education and training
Adhere to strict infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised patients and reduce risks
Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance ICU patient outcomes and operational efficiency
Perform other duties as assigned within scope
Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
Required Qualifications
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
Preferred Qualifications
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification
TNCC, NIHSS certification
Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position
Required Skills
Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
Physical: Must be able to remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
Interpersonal: Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel to maintain a positive attitude and professionalism
Technical/Motor: Must perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using equipment
Mental: Must cope with frequent contact with the public, meet deadlines under pressure, work with or without supervision, handle irregular schedules, maintain concentration
Sensory: Must possess visual acuity and ability to communicate effectively
Benefits
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 offered
401(k) matching
Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend Bonus Program
24/7 recruiter support
Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Benefits start day 1
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Referral bonus
Mileage reimbursement
License and certification reimbursement
Weekly pay
Cancellation protection
Guaranteed Hours
Employee assistance programs
Continuing Education
Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer
Fusion Medical Staffing - Nursing Job ID #1901710. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.
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Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 05/11/2026
Duration: 16 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Summary
The ICU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive, critical care to patients in the intensive care unit. This role encompasses assessing and monitoring critically ill patients, operating life-support equipment, administering advanced treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. The position requires strong critical care skills, advanced clinical judgment, excellent communication, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and professional ethics in high‑acuity settings.
Essential Work Functions
Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to subtle changes in patient condition
Administer complex medications and treatments in accordance with approved critical care nursing techniques
Operate and manage advanced life support equipment
Ensure patient safety and comfort in high‑acuity ICU environments, addressing physical and emotional needs
Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions, notifying the appropriate provider of changes in patient status
Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheters
Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record in a timely manner to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulatory standards
Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment, treatments, and recovery expectations
Communicate closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care
Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures and technologies through ongoing education and training
Adhere to strict infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised patients and reduce risks
Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance ICU patient outcomes and operational efficiency
Perform other duties as assigned within scope
Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards
Required Qualifications
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
Preferred Qualifications
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification
TNCC, NIHSS certification
Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position
Required Skills
Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
Physical: Must be able to remain stationary, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
Interpersonal: Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel to maintain a positive attitude and professionalism
Technical/Motor: Must perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using equipment
Mental: Must cope with frequent contact with the public, meet deadlines under pressure, work with or without supervision, handle irregular schedules, maintain concentration
Sensory: Must possess visual acuity and ability to communicate effectively
Benefits
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 offered
401(k) matching
Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend Bonus Program
24/7 recruiter support
Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs
Benefits start day 1
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Referral bonus
Mileage reimbursement
License and certification reimbursement
Weekly pay
Cancellation protection
Guaranteed Hours
Employee assistance programs
Continuing Education
Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer
Fusion Medical Staffing - Nursing Job ID #1901710. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.
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