Travel ICU Nurse

Federal Management Systems

$90K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active RN License (Virginia or Compact License)
  • 2+ years recent ICU experience
  • BLS & ACLS certifications required
  • NIHSS certification preferred
  • Experience in ventilator management and drip titration
  • Familiarity with cardiac monitoring
  • Experience in high-acuity ICU patient care

Responsibilities

  • Provide bedside care to critically ill patients
  • Manage ventilators, airway equipment, and complex drips
  • Perform frequent assessments and hemodynamic monitoring
  • Respond to rapid response and code situations
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians and respiratory therapy
  • Administer medications and manage central lines, A-lines, and chest tubes
  • Follow best practices, sepsis protocols, and unit policies

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
  • Experience with a diverse range of critical care scenarios
  • Potential for personal and professional growth through multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Supportive team dynamics with a focus on best practices
  • Chance to build travel experience in a sought-after location
Full Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Travel ICU Registered Nurse to join the Intensive Care Unit at a Medical Center in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. This fast-paced ICU handles high-acuity medical, surgical, and cardiac patients, and requires a nurse experienced in managing complex, critical-care situations.

If you are a strong ICU RN with experience in ventilator management, vasoactive drips, and rapid clinical decision-making, this assignment is an excellent fit.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide bedside care to critically ill patients
  • Manage ventilators, airway equipment, and complex drips
  • Perform frequent assessments, hemodynamic monitoring, and documentation
  • Respond to rapid response and code situations
  • Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Administer medications and manage central lines, A-lines, and chest tubes
  • Follow ICU best practices, sepsis protocols, and unit policies

Requirements
  • Active RN License (Virginia or Compact License)
  • 2+ years recent ICU experience (required)
  • BLS & ACLS required
  • NIHSS preferred
  • Experience with:
  • Ventilator management
  • Drip titration (pressors, sedation, insulin, etc.)
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • High-acuity ICU patient care
  • Travel experience preferred but not required

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