ICU

Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) – RN

San Antonio, TX

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (12.5-hour nights)

Contract Duration: 13 or 26 weeks

Guaranteed Hours: 36/week

Start Date: October 27, 2026

About the Role

Join the SICU team providing critical care to high-acuity surgical patients. You'll work alongside experienced nurses and physicians in a fast-paced environment where strong clinical judgment and technical skill are essential.

Clinical Scope

Common procedures:

• Chest tube management and monitoring
• Endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation
• Central line and arterial line placement and maintenance
• NG tube placement and gastric management
• Foley catheter care
• Dressing changes and wound management
• GI scope assistance

Patient population: Post-operative and critically ill surgical patients requiring intensive monitoring and intervention.

Requirements

Must Have:

• Minimum 2–3 years ICU experience
• Active Texas RN License (temporary licenses not accepted)
• ACLS and BLS certifications
• NIH Stroke Certification
• Strong critical thinking and assessment skills

Preferred:

• MICU or MSICU background
• IABP or CRRT experience

Unit Details

• Float requirement: All travelers float per facility policy
• Weekend rotation: Yes
• Call requirements: No
• Scrubs: Navy top and pant; navy or white jacket
• On-time requirement: Clock in by 6:38 PM; after 6:45 PM is tardy
• Lunch: Full 30-minute break required

Active TX license required. Competitive assignment with guaranteed hours.