Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,221 per week in Grafton, WI

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Grafton, WI
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,221 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 10/12/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit Profession: Nursing Specialty: Critical Care Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Shift Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 3 years of ICU experience required License: Current Registered Nursing license required Certifications: BLS, ACLS; NIHSS preferred Must-Have: - Vent/trach management experience - Invasive line management (arterial lines, central venous pressure lines) - Post-surgical recovery and post-catheterization care experience - Ability to manage drains, chest tubes, and foley catheters Description: This is an opportunity for a Registered Nurse in a critical care setting. The facility is a Level III Trauma Center and features a Level II NICU. The unit comprises 17 beds with an average daily patient census. Patient types and common diagnoses include general conditions such as sepsis, alcohol-related issues, drug overdoses, suicidal ideation, delirium, GI bleeds, and strokes treated with TPA. Surgical cases include general surgery, open abdominal procedures, orthopedic surgeries, ENT procedures, and Client cases. Cardiac and vascular cases managed include femoral-popliteal bypass, CABG, EVAR, valve repairs, post-cardiac catheterization care, abdominal aortic aneurysm management, and amputations. No complex neuro cases are handled at this facility. Patient ratios are typically 1:2, based on acuity levels. Candidates must possess strong skills in ventilator management, invasive line management, and acute patient care. Strong preference will be given to candidates with cardiovascular and cardiac surgery experience, particularly with IABPs and Impellas. Support within the department includes a team of CNAs, receptionists, charge nurses, and intensivists available 24/7. The educator and ICU-specific pharmacist are also part of the support staff. The facility uses an Electronic Medical Record system, with additional technology and equipment such as specific IV pumps and medication dispensing systems in place. Floating may occur within the scope of practice, including intermediate units and observation areas. The scheduling process follows a 4-week cycle, with weekend rotation expected every other week. Holiday expectations are one per contract, and requests for time off must be approved by management. Scrub colors are flexible, with guidelines excluding camouflage, graphics, logos, and designs. Travelers must be mindful that more than two sick calls may lead to discussions regarding the contract and potential termination.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam