Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,996 per week

Fusion Medical Staffing; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life and Short‑term disability

401(k) matching

Refer‑a‑friend bonus program

24/7 recruiter support

Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a Travel ICU Registered Nurse for a 13-week assignment in Columbus, Ohio. The role involves assessing critically ill patients and administering complex treatments, ensuring high-quality patient care in ICU environments. Candidates should have a valid RN license and recent ICU experience.

Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage from day one, and a 401(k) matching plan. This position offers 12-hour shifts with 36 hours per week workload. Join our supportive team and make a difference in patient outcomes.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor critically ill patients.
• Administer complex medications and treatments.
• Operate and manage advanced life support equipment.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding the ICU environment.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Physical abilities (ability to remain stationary, move equipment)

Proficiency in PC skills

Education

Valid RN license

Current BLS and ACLS certifications

Job description

Position Summary

Travel ICU Registered Nurse assignment in Columbus, Ohio. 13-week travel assignment. 12‑hour shifts, 36 hours per week, starting 07/27/2026. Travel type assignment.

Responsibilities

• 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 healthcare 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, NIHSS certification.
• Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position.

Essential Skills

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills.
• The ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills.
• Physical abilities – ability to remain in a stationary position, move equipment (50‑100 lbs), push, pull, and bend.
• Interpersonal skills – work effectively with a variety of personnel to present a positive attitude and professionalism.
• Technical/motor skills – grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.
• Mental requirements – cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure; work under close supervision occasionally and without assistance from other personnel; contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail.
• Sensory – possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours.
• Life and Short‑term disability offered.
• 401(k) matching.
• Aggressive Refer‑a‑friend bonus program.
• 24/7 recruiter support.
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.

EEO Statement

*Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer