Travel ICU Intensive Care Unit RN - $2,018 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Prescott, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse to join our team in providing high-quality care to critically ill patients. This position will require a strong background in intensive care nursing and critical thinking skills in managing complex patient cases.

Unit Information

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) consists of 12 beds, with additional capacity for patients with COVID-19. Typical nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:1 to 1:2 depending on patient acuity. The unit handles a variety of diagnoses including:

• COVID-19
• Low-level neurological issues
• Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
• Sepsis
• Acute Renal Failure (ARF)
• Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
• Post-operative care
• Cardiac surgical cases

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for critically ill patients.
• Monitor and interpret vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
• Administer medications and titrate intravenous drips as necessary.
• Perform assessments and develop nursing care plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of ICU nursing experience.
• Current ACLS and BLS certification are required.
• Proficient in EKG interpretation and management of ventilators.
• Experience with titration of critical care drips (e.g., pressors, sedation).
• Ability to handle high-stress situations and manage multiple priorities.

Shift Details

• Night shifts, 12-hour shifts.
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week.
• Every other weekend and holiday coverage required.
• Flexibility to float between ICU and PCU as needed.

Orientation and Training

New hires will undergo an 8-hour general orientation followed by orientation shifts on the unit with a designated preceptor and a buddy for support during the initial period.

Additional Information

The facility is located in a city with a supportive critical care team, including intensivists available 24/7. Strong emphasis is placed on teamwork and communication in providing autonomous and collaborative care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated and skilled ICU Registered Nurse to advance their career in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Thrive Staffing Job ID # . 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: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.