Travel Registered Nurse ICU

Nationwide Therapy Group; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Travel Registered Nurse for ICU in Carmichael, CA. This role requires strong experience in cardiac care, critical thinking, and the ability to interpret EKGs. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing exceptional patient care.

Benefits

401k retirement plan

Medical benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Referral bonus

License and certification reimbursement

Dental benefits

Weekly pay

Guaranteed hours

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Cardiac ICU.
• Must have BLS, ACLS certifications.
• Experience with EKG interpretation and post-op cardiac care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in ICU settings.
• Monitor patient vital signs and respond to emergencies.
• Conduct patient assessments and collaborate with healthcare teams.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Tools

Cerner

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Nationwide Therapy Group is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Carmichael, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/30/2025
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel
  
  

Job Overview

• Shift: 12-Hour Days (06:45 AM start)
• Schedule: Every other weekend (EOW), first to float
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week
• Start Dates Considered: Only 6/24 or 7/8
• Contract Length: 91 weeks
• Float Requirement:
• Between RICU & CSICI
• To other Sacramento facilities if needed (mid-shift float rare)
  

Facility & Unit Details

• Units: RICU (Medical ICU) & CSICI (Cardiac Specialty ICU)
• Beds: 6 beds + 1 open bay
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:1–2:1 (IABP not automatically 1:1)
• Charge Nurse: Yes (typically non-patient-facing, does break relief)
• Nurse Aides: No
• Scrub Color: Navy (undershirts: navy, white, or black; jackets optional but navy)
  
  

Clinical Requirements

• Experience Required:
• Minimum 2 years in Cardiac ICU
• Experience with open heart, Impella, and balloon pumps
• Post-op cardiac surgery experience preferred
• Must read/interpret EKGs
• Certifications Required:
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Procedures/Conditions Frequently Seen:
• AMI, AVR, MVR, respiratory/renal failure, IABP, CRRT, Impella, therapeutic hypothermia
• Common procedures: Chest tubes, intubations, emergency sternotomy
• Technology/Support:
• Tele monitoring: Yes
• Vents: Yes
• RT 24/7: Yes
• Pharmacy 24/7: Yes (ICU pharmacy open during days)
• Hospitalist/Intensivist: In-house
• IV Team: Not available
  

Charting & Orientation

• Charting System: Cerner
• Orientation: 1–2 days with a preceptor on the floor
  
  

Compliance & Restrictions

• Dysrhythmia Exam (DYS):
• Required before acceptance
• Must be completed within 24–48 hours of assignment offer
• Pass/fail, 2 attempts (Test A then B)
• Screenshot proof of attempts required
• Recent Relias DYS within 12 months accepted
• References:
• 2 required at submission:
• 1 from within the last 12 months
• 1 from within the last 3 years
• Charge RN accepted
• Employment Restrictions:
• Cannot have been employed by CommonSpirit/CHI/Dignity in the last 12 months (PRN through outside firms is allowed)
  

Scheduling Notes

• Bedside report at start of shift (06:45)
• OT & extra shifts available
• Self-scheduling used, manager finalizes
• Schedules released 4 weeks at a time
• No block scheduling
• Travelers can view/edit availability from home
  
  

Vaccine Policy

• COVID-19 Vaccine: Not required
• Flu Vaccine: Unknown
  
  

Cancellation Policy

• Up to 4 shifts can be canceled per 13-week assignment
• 3 shifts for shorter assignments
  
  

About Nationwide Therapy Group

NTG is a proud partner with healthcare professionals across the country. We are Joint Commission certified, and specialize in staffing all areas of nursing, therapy, and allied health in all 50 states. Our focus is YOU... the traveler! Our goal is to help you find the perfect opportunity through some of the best recruiters in the business. We want to provide an agency experience that is easy and stress-free so you can focus on what you do best... providing exceptional care to your patients!

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• 401k retirement plan
• Medical benefits
• Mileage reimbursement
• Referral bonus
• License and certification reimbursement
• Dental benefits

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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