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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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