Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Overview SMH Level 2 RN ICU Stepdown (536) — ICU Stepdown specialty in Rochester, NY. Start date: 04/13/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,077-$2,190 per week. Shift: 12-hour shifts on a rotating D/E/N schedule with weekends, holidays, on-call and callback as needed. Setting: high-acuity Level II step-down/ICU care within a hospital-like acute care environment. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $2,077 to $2,190 per week Contract duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour rotating D/E/N shifts with weekends and holidays; on-call/callback as needed Start date: 04/13/2026 Setting: Level II ICU step-down unit with telemetry Travel assignment within an acute care setting Responsibilities Provide direct, patient-centered care to high-acuity step-down/ICU patients, including stroke and neurosurgery cases, in a telemetry-enabled, critical care environment Perform Q1 neuro checks and manage neurosurgical devices and drains (EVDs, lumbar drains, sub-dural drains) with appropriate monitoring and intervention Monitor and adjust arterial lines and vasoactive/vascular access devices (e.g., Cardene/Nicardipine drips), maintain strict infection control and sterile technique Administer medications and fluids per policy, including 3% NS as ordered, and respond rapidly to changes in patient status Collaborate with the care team, including charge nurse, preceptors, and committee members as assigned; participate in rounds and care planning Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately; ensure handoffs are thorough and timely Maintain telemetry monitoring, seizure precautions, and neurovascular assessments; uphold patient safety and quality standards Requirements Active New York RN license BLS certification (American Heart Association required) Telemetry experience required Stepdown/PCU experience required (minimum 2 years) High-acuity stroke and neurosurgery experience required; familiarity with neuro devices and postsurgical care Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity step-down/ICU environment with rotating shifts ACLS and NIHSS are preferred but not required Benefits and Support Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC 24/7 access to recruiter and travel support during the assignment Ongoing credentialing and onboarding assistance Nationwide travel assignments available through the organization Extension opportunities may be possible based on unit needs and performance Find more opportunities Find more opportunities available at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. 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