Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Job Description \n First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas. Job Description & Requirements\n \n Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit \n Discipline: RN \n Start Date: 10/05/2026 \n Duration: 13 weeks \n 36 hours per week \n Shift: 12 hours, nights \n Employment Type: Travel \n \n \n RN's need to be open to Floating! \n Busy/Large Level 1 Trauma \n Candidates need to be flexible on scheduling - no self scheduling \n EOW required \n EPIC required \n Successful placements here have 3 years exp, pervious travel exp. and have worked in a very busy hospital in the past. \n of Beds 12, SICU (6CA) \n Nurse:Patient Ratios 1:2, 1:3 depending on downgrade/acuity/emergency admit (infrequent when staffed) \n Required Certifications (i.e., BLS, ACLS?) BLS, ACLS, NIHSS \n Common diagnoses/Types of patients Liver/kidney transplant, vascular surgeries like endardectomies and fem/pop bypass, ENT for cancer, facial flaps, throat cancer resection, complicated throat/esophageal infections that compromise airway, abdominal surgery like colectomy, ex-laps, abdominal aneursym, mastectomy, deep tissue flaps \n Experience or 'Must have' skills early recognition of change in patient condition, clear communication and escalation with providers, critical thinking skills, CRRT, hemodynamic monitoring, chest tubes, ventilator, various drains/surgical sites \n Are RNs required to titrate drips? yes \n Common titratable &/or set rate drips vasopressin, epinephrine, levophed, heparin, dobutamine, dopamine, versed, hydromorphone, fentanyl, ketamine, nimbex, esmolol, cardene \n Is there a Charge Nurse on each shift? Does the charge nurse take an assignment? yes; preference is free charge but depends on staffing, right now taking full assignment \n Are there nurse aids/patient care techs on this unit? Ratios? Duties? intermittent, dependent on census, 1:12 when present. Patient ADL's, blood glucose checks, transport assist \n Hospitalist &/or Intensivist in house 24/7? In the ICU 24/7? yes, intensivist on unit days and/or nights, APP's on unit 24/7 \n RT in ICU 24/7? yes \n \n Ryan 1169752 About First Connect Health\n \n At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do. \n By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry. \n But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because: \n \n ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey. \n ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals. \n ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences. \n ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step. \n \n When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare. \n Benefits\n \n Sick pay \n 401k retirement plan \n Weekly pay \n Referral bonus \n \n