Travel

ICU

Newark, NY

ICU RN – Travel Contract | Newark, NY | Night Shift

This ICU travel opportunity is ideal for experienced critical care nurses comfortable managing high-acuity adult patients in a fast-paced intensive care environment.

Contract Details

  • Shift: 4x12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
  • Contract length: 17 weeks
  • Start date: October 5, 2026
  • Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
  • Floating: Required

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of ICU experience
  • Active New York RN license (must be in hand at time of submission)
  • Travel experience required
  • Charge experience highly preferred
  • Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (all required)
  • Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility

Clinical Scope

The unit cares for adult patients across medical and surgical ICU diagnoses. Expected clinical skills include:

  • Arterial line and central line management
  • Continuous IV sedation and neuromuscular blockade
  • Titration of vasoactive and cardiac drips
  • IV insulin protocols
  • Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
  • Blood product administration and PICC line management
  • 12-lead EKG acquisition and procedural sedation monitoring

Interdisciplinary Support

The care team is supported by respiratory therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, social services, and unit secretarial staff.

Additional Notes

  • Requested time off may not exceed 10 days per contract
  • Pre-start modules are required; up to 5 hours are compensable
  • COVID-19 vaccine not required