Travel Surgical ICU RN - $1,819 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Houston, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/09/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join a busy Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU). This is an exciting opportunity for a nursing professional to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Position Overview

This position involves caring for critically ill patients in a 12-bed surgical ICU. RNs will actively monitor patient conditions, engage in treatment planning, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The required shift for this role is nights (7 PM - 7 AM) with a guaranteed 44 hours per week. Weekend coverage is necessary, requiring 4-6 weekend days every 6 weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patient conditions, implementing necessary interventions.
• Administer medications and titrate intravenous drips as ordered.
• Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, providing updates on patient status and progress.
• Perform critical care procedures including hemodynamic monitoring, managing ventilators, and handling various drains and chest tubes.
• Support patient care technicians and provide necessary guidance and support.
• Float to other Intensive Care Units as staffing needs dictate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of previous experience in an Intensive Care Unit, with preference for candidates having 3+ years of experience and prior travel experience.
• Required certifications include ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.
• Experience with early recognition of patient condition changes and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate and escalate issues to healthcare providers.
• Comfortable with advanced medical equipment such as CRRT and ventilators.

Work Environment

The unit encompasses a high-level trauma setting, and RNs are required to adapt to varying patient acuity levels. Attendance and flexibility are crucial, as self-scheduling is not available, and staff may be asked to adjust schedules based on unit needs.

Dress Code

Scrub colors are teal bottoms with black or printed coordinating tops. Professional appearance is expected, including no acrylic or shellac nails and chipped polish.

Additional Information

• Daily parking is available at a nominal fee.
• Intermittent support from nursing aids/patient care technicians, dependent on patient census.
• Hospitalist and intensivist present 24/7, with APPs available around the clock.

If you are a dedicated, compassionate nurse seeking to make a significant impact in the lives of critically ill patients, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit.

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19376396. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Surgical ICU,19:00:00-07:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.