Travel SICU RN - $2,286 per week

American IV; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN for the SICU in New Haven, CT. Assignment: 13 weeks, 36 hours/week, 3×12s nights (7:00 PM–7:00 AM). Start date 10/23/2026. Candidates must have 2 years ICU experience, Epic software experience, and willingness to float to SDU as needed.

Local candidates not accepted; travel experience required and NIHSS/BLS/ACLS certifications are expected. Block scheduling not available.

Qualifications

• 2 years ICU experience required.
• Epic experience required.
• Teaching hospital experience required.
• Travel experience required.
• 1:3 patient ratio experience.
• Locals not accepted.

Responsibilities

• RN will work in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) and may float to the Step-Down Unit as needed.
• Strong critical-care experience including airway management and IV drip management.
• Manage airway, ventilated patients, and ABG interpretation.
• Monitor and titrate vasoactive drips and provide cardiac monitoring.
• Isolate and adhere to PPE requirements and infection control protocols.

Skills

Critical care

Airway management

IV therapy

Arterial line

Central line care

Ventilated patients

ABG interpretation

Vasoactive drips

Cardiac monitoring

Dysrhythmias

Multisystem dysfunction

PPE precautions

Tools

Epic

Job description

Travel SICU RN - $2,286 per weekPrime StaffingNew Haven, CT, United States**Description**Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in New Haven, Connecticut. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Travel Surgical ICU Registered Nurse (SICU) Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: ICU / SICU Start Date: 10/23/2026 Assignment Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Shift: Nights, 3×12s | 7:00 PM–7:00 AM Block Scheduling: Not available Experience: 2 years Travel Experience: Required Patient Ratio Experience: 1:3 Teaching Hospital Experience: Required Community Hospital Experience: Preferred Previous Charge Experience: Preferred Trauma Level I/II Experience: Preferred First-Time Travelers: Accepted Position Overview The RN will work in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) and may also be required to float to the Step-Down Unit based on facility needs. The position requires strong critical-care experience, including airway management and IV drip management. Clinical Skills IV therapy Arterial line management Central line care and management Airway management Care of ventilated patients ABG interpretation Continuous IV sedation Titration of vasoactive drips Cardiac monitoring and emergency response Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias Management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure Isolation precautions/PPE Required Certifications ACLS – Required BLS – Required NIHSS – Required Requirements & Additional Details 2 years of ICU experience required Epic experience required Teaching hospital experience required Travel experience required 1:3 patient ratio experience Every-other-weekend coverage required No call Must float to Step-Down/SDU as needed Must be willing to float within scope based on facility needs Pending license accepted, but must be active before start date RTO exceeding 7 days requires approval Guaranteed hours Block scheduling not available Locals not accepted Facility Highlights Facility Type: Short-Term Acute Care Trauma Level: Level I Trauma Center Total Staffed Beds: 1,567 Charting: Epic Parking: $125/month Special Requirements: Airway management, IV drip management, and management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure. Auto Offer About Prime Staffing At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success. We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.