ICU RN
Wichita, KS
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,764/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Take your critical care nursing career to Wichita, Kansas with this rewarding ICU Registered Nurse travel assignment. Join a fast-paced adult intensive care unit, support a collaborative care team, and enjoy a 13-week contract in a welcoming Midwest city with convenient amenities, parks, dining, and entertainment.
Job Details
- Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Employment Type: Travel RN / Travel Nurse
- Location: Wichita, KS 67220
- Start Date: August 17, 2026
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Hours per Week: 36
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,570 - $1,650
- Unit: Adult ICU, 12-bed critical care unit
- EMR: Meditech
- Floating: Must be willing to float as needed within the campus
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of current acute care hospital ICU experience
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification
- Current NIH Stroke Scale certification
- Prior Meditech experience preferred
- Ventilator competency preferred
- IV drip competency preferred
- Strong communication skills and a patient-centered approach
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care for critically ill adult patients in the ICU
- Monitor patient status, identify changes quickly, and escalate care appropriately
- Manage and support advanced critical care equipment including monitors, CRRT, IV therapy, fluid warmers, and blanket coolers
- Perform and assist with common ICU procedures such as dialysis line insertion, arterial line insertion, central line insertion, cardioversion, thoracentesis, and chest tube insertion
- Collaborate closely with physicians, providers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support excellent patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR and follow established unit guidelines
- Deliver compassionate, professional nursing care while supporting a positive patient experience
Apply now for this Travel ICU Registered Nurse job in Wichita, Kansas and join a team dedicated to exceptional critical care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Wichita, KS
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Wichita, KS here's what you should know:- Wichita's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, while winter lows can dip to around 20°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Wichita, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
- Wichita is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Wichita has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Wichita offers a vibrant food scene with diverse cuisine options.
- It also has a thriving arts and entertainment district in Old Town, featuring theaters, live music venues, and a variety of shops, bars, and clubs.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks, gardens, and recreational activities.
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