ICU Registered Nurse
Newark, NY
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,936/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration8 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
ICU Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position
Location: Newark, New York
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Nights, 4 shifts of 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Contract Length: 8 weeks (with possible extension)
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Floating: Required
Patient Ratio: 2-3 patients per nurse
Experience Required: Minimum 2 years ICU nursing experience
Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers accepted
Local Candidates: Must reside within 75 miles of the facility
Required Licenses and Certifications
- Valid RN license in New York
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA provider/instructor/RQI accepted
- BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
Required Documentation and Compliance
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- ICU - Intensive Care Unit experience within the last year (minimum 2 years total ICU experience)
Health and Safety Requirements (Must be completed within 5 days of contract signing)
- Physical exam (within 1 year, updated annually)
- Fit mask test (N95 or equivalent, updated annually)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray (within 1 year) or TB questionnaire in lieu of annual renewal
- Immunizations or positive titers for:
- Measles (Rubeola)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Hepatitis B (surface antibody positive, completed series, or declination)
- Varicella
- Drug screening within 30 days of start (includes amphetamines, cocaine, fentanyl, heroin, opiates, etc.)
- Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination (required during flu season)
- Snellen eye exam (within 1 year)
- COVID vaccination copy preferred but not required
Additional Notes
- Floating between units is required
- Candidate must be prepared to work every other weekend
- Clear, passport-style photo with solid background required for badge
- Orientation safety manual acknowledgment required
- Medication/pharmacology competency exam as required by profession
- Color blindness testing required once (not annually)
This position is ideal for ICU RNs with at least 2 years of experience seeking a night shift travel assignment in New York with a defined 8-week contract and potential extension. First-time travel nurses are welcome.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Newark, NY
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Newark, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newark, NY is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 80°F, while the average low in winter is around 17°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals are available in Newark, NY, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options for furnished housing can be found through local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
- Newark, NY is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Newark, NY has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses due to the fluctuating weather.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Newark, NY offers a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, as well as local art galleries and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby Finger Lakes region.
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