Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse - ICU (Travel) in Rochester, New York. Start date 09/14/2026 for 17 weeks. Weekly pay range $2,356-$2,496 per week. Shift: 12-hour shifts. This travel assignment is in a hospital setting on a neurosurgical/ICU mixed-acuity unit that includes both floor-level care and an 8-bed high-acuity step-down unit requiring neuro/hemodynamic monitoring. The schedule includes weekends, holidays, on-call, callback, and unit-specific charge responsibilities as needed.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,356-$2,496 per week
- Contract duration: 17 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour shifts (3x12)
- Start date: 09/14/2026
- Setting: hospital ICU/neurosurgical mixed-acuity unit with step-down capabilities
- Scheduling: weekends, holidays, on-call/callback as required by unit needs

Responsibilities
- Provide direct, evidence-based nursing care for neuro and ICU patients on a mixed-acuity unit, including floor-level and high-acuity step-down patients.
- Conduct frequent neuro assessments (Q1 checks), monitor hemodynamics, and manage neuro devices such as external ventricular drains and lumbar drains; recognize and respond to changes in neurological status.
- Manage arterial lines, tubes/drains, and other critical care devices; administer and titrate medications (including vasopressors and sedatives per protocol) and monitor responses.
- Telemetry and cardiac monitoring; recognize and respond to arrhythmias, seizures, and other neurologic emergencies; initiate appropriate interventions and escalate as needed.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (neurosurgery, neurology, anesthesia, respiratory therapy, and case management) to develop and implement individualized care plans; participate in rounds and care conferences.
- Document thoroughly in the electronic medical record; participate in discharge planning, family education, and transition of care while maintaining patient safety and quality standards.

Requirements
- RN license active in New York (NY RN license only)
- BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- NIHSS certification/competency required
- Telemetry experience required
- Two years of step-down/PCU experience
- ACLS certification preferred
- Neuro/Stroke high-acuity experience required
- Ability to work in a hospital setting and meet the demands of a travel assignment

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the engagement
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to facilitate start
- Opportunity for extension based on unit needs and performance

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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