Hospital ICU RN - Travel Nursing

Travel ICU RN - Travel Assignment (13 weeks)
Location: Facility in Alexandria, Louisiana

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking an ICU RN for a 13-week travel assignment in Alexandria, Louisiana. The role requires comprehensive critical care for patients in the intensive care unit, with a focus on patient safety, advanced treatments, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Summary
The ICU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive, critical care to patients in the intensive care unit. Duties include assessing and monitoring critically ill patients, operating life-support equipment, administering advanced treatments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and documenting patient care.

Essential Work Functions

Assess and monitor critically ill patients, recognizing and responding to subtle changes in patient condition.

Administer complex medications and treatments in accordance with approved critical care nursing techniques.

Operate and manage advanced life support equipment.

Ensure patient safety and comfort in high‑acuity ICU environments, addressing physical and emotional needs.

Record significant conditions, reactions, and interventions, notifying the appropriate provider of changes in patient status.

Perform and interpret advanced hemodynamic monitoring, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, and pulmonary artery catheters.

Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record in a timely manner to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulatory standards.

Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment, treatments, and recovery expectations.

Communicate closely with interdisciplinary health‑care teams to optimize patient care.

Maintain proficiency in critical care procedures and technologies through ongoing education and training.

Adhere to strict infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised patients and reduce risks.

Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance ICU patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Perform other duties as assigned within scope.

Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control guidelines, and regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

One year of recent experience as an ICU RN.

Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.

Current BLS (AHA/ARC) and ACLS (AHA/ARC) certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification.

TNCC and NIHSS certifications.

Other relevant certifications or licenses.

Required Essential Skills

Critical thinking, service excellence, and strong interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions.

Proficiency in PC skills.

Physical, Interpersonal, Technical, Mental, and Sensory Requirements

Physical: Able to remain in a stationary position, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.

Interpersonal: Ability to work effectively with various personnel and maintain a positive, professional attitude.

Technical/Motor: Ability to perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and assist with procedures or equipment use.

Mental: Ability to cope with frequent public contact, meet deadlines under pressure, work independently and occasionally under supervision, and manage irregular activity schedules while maintaining concentration.

Sensory: Visual acuity and effective communication ability.

Benefits

Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage.

Paid Time Off after 1,560 hours.

Life and short‑term disability.

401(k) matching.

Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend bonus program.

24/7 recruiter support.

Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.

Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer.

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