SICU Registered Nurse
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

SICU Registered Nurse (Travel Nurse) – Washington, DC (20060). 13-week contract, night shift, must have ACLS & BLS; minimum 2 years SICU/critical care RN experience. Join a Level 1 Trauma, Teaching Hospital and advance your critical care nursing career in a high-acuity surgical intensive care unit (SICU).

Job Details

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1800–$1890
• Location: Washington, DC 20060 — Washington, DC nursing jobs / DC travel nursing
• Setting: Level 1 Trauma, Teaching Hospital (Surgical ICU)
• Unit: SICU (Surgical Intensive Care Unit) — critical care RN, ICU nurse
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026)
• Shift: Nights, 4x12-hour (19:30 – 08:00)
• Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed)
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Weekend/Holiday Coverage: Every other weekend and holiday required
• Parking & Transit: Multiple parking options; easily accessible by Metro and bus

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent SICU/critical care RN experience (4 years preferred)
• Active DC RN license required at time of submission (Washington, DC RN)
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• COVID-19 vaccine required (no exemptions); Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Ability to float within scope to meet facility needs
• Two supervisor references required
• First-time travel nurses welcome

Core Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to post-trauma and surgical patients in the SICU
• Manage patient assignments at a 1:2 ratio as a critical care RN/ICU nurse
• Utilize advanced critical care skills including ECMO, EVD management, ventilator management, and acute stroke/CVA protocols
• Interpret and manage dysrhythmias; titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips; administer and monitor blood products
• Assess and manage patients with multisystem organ dysfunction and failure
• Implement IV insulin protocols, postoperative GI surgery care, and complex wound/drain/wound vac management
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams: Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Radiology, Social Services, and more
• Maintain strict infection prevention and isolation precautions for patient and staff safety
• Float to other units as needed within scope of practice to support staffing and patient care

Experience Washington, DC while advancing your travel nursing career at a renowned Level 1 Trauma Center. Located in the heart of the nation's capital (zip code 20060), you'll enjoy easy access to world-famous historic landmarks such as the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, and the Capitol. Washington, DC offers a vibrant cultural scene, diverse dining options, and lively neighborhoods, all within a city known for its accessibility via Metro and bus. This SICU travel nurse opportunity is ideal for experienced critical care RNs seeking high-acuity surgical ICU experience and competitive pay. Apply now to join our healthcare team and secure this Washington, DC travel nursing assignment today!

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.