Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care in Fort Smith, AR

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Fort Smith, AR
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Travel: RN - ICU Stepdown - Nights

Location

Fort Smith, AR | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 13 Weeks | 3x12 shifts | Start: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Projected Start: December 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a 16-bed ICU Stepdown unit with a 4:1 patient ratio, caring for post-op, cardiovascular, neurological, full stroke, respiratory, and stepdown patients
• Monitor and manage patients post cardiovascular surgery and post stroke, recognizing and responding to signs of patient deterioration
• Titrate cardiac drips including Nitroglycerin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and Esmolol
• Operate and manage Bipap devices and Airvo high-flow therapy equipment
• Utilize Philips bedside monitors and document care using the EPIC EMR
• Float to the ICU as needed; work every other weekend; no call requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid for practice in Arkansas
• ACLS certification required
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 2+ years of ICU or ICU Stepdown experience
• Demonstrated experience with post cardiovascular surgeries, post stroke care, cardiac drip titration, Bipap, and Airvo

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience working with a diverse patient population including respiratory, neuro, and full stroke patients
• Familiarity with Philips bedside monitoring systems
• Prior travel nursing experience in an ICU or stepdown setting

Why Join Us

• Join a team-oriented unit at a recognized acute care facility with a strong tradition of compassionate, high-quality patient care
• Expected 36 hours per week with a consistent night schedule in a facility that has received a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade "A"