RN Intensive Care Unit (ICU) (with $7,500 Completion Bonus)
Job Description
Job Description
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit (Travel)
Location: Albany, NY
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12 Days
Pay: $2,383.20/week
Completion Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a travel assignment at a large Level I trauma and teaching hospital. The ideal candidate will be comfortable caring for critically ill patients across multiple ICU specialties, including Neuro/Trauma SICU, MICU, CPS/VICU, and CCU, as well as supporting Progressive Critical Care and overflow ICU/PCC patients in the ED and PACU.
This role requires adaptability, strong critical-thinking skills, and the ability to float between various high-acuity critical care units while maintaining excellent clinical standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver safe and comprehensive nursing care to patients in a variety of ICU settings, including:
- Neuro/Trauma ICU
- Surgical ICU (SICU)
- Medical ICU (MICU)
- Cardiothoracic/Progressive ICU (CPS/VICU)
- Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
- Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU)
- Manage critically ill patients requiring advanced hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and titratable infusions
- Administer and titrate vasoactive, sedative, and paralytic medications
- Monitor EKG rhythms and interpret complex cardiac and hemodynamic data
- Respond to rapid response and code blue situations promptly
- Float between ICU and progressive care areas, including ED and PACU, as needed
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic EMR (required)
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based care
- Provide patient and family education regarding care plans and treatments
- Adhere to hospital safety, infection control, and quality standards
Qualifications
- Active New York RN license (required at submission)
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience in an acute hospital setting (required)
- Epic EMR experience required
- Previous experience in a Level I trauma center strongly preferred
- Must be comfortable floating to multiple critical care environments (Neuro, MICU, SICU, CCU, PCCU, ED, PACU)
- Certifications:
- BLS (required)
- ACLS (required)
- CCRN or TNCC preferred
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing patient acuity and unit assignments
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and recent tuberculosis test required.
Benefits
- Weekly pay with competitive rates
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
- Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support
About ATC Healthcare
ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.
Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.