Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Paducah, KY
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Located on-site in Binghamton, NY 13905, this ICU Registered Nurse opportunity places you in a welcoming New York community where you can bring your critical care expertise to a fast-paced intensive care unit and make a meaningful impact on high-acuity patients during this 13-week travel nursing assignment.
Overview
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse provides comprehensive, evidence-based critical care to patients with complex and rapidly changing conditions. This travel RN role is ideal for a confident healthcare professional who thrives in a high-acuity ICU setting, communicates effectively, and works well with an interdisciplinary care team.
Job Details
- Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Nursing
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts
- Schedule: 3 shifts per week; 36 hours per week; every other weekend/holiday rotation
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020 - $2,130
- Location: Binghamton, New York
Job Requirements
- Active RN license in the state of practice or compact licensure eligibility
- BLS required; ACLS preferred at hire and required within 6 months if not already obtained
- At least 1 year of Registered Nurse experience required
- Critical care, ICU, stepdown, medical-surgical, or emergency department experience preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and the ability to prioritize care in a high-acuity setting
- Ability to work effectively with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Comfort with electronic health record documentation and safe medication administration
- Additional critical care credentials such as CCRN, PCCN, TNCC, or PALS are a plus
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care
- Provide direct nursing care for critically ill patients with complex medical and surgical needs
- Monitor hemodynamics and manage advanced therapies and life-supporting technologies
- Administer medications safely and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other members of the care team to coordinate seamless patient care
- Support patients and families with education, advocacy, and compassionate communication
- Assist with ICU-related procedures and care for devices such as central lines, chest tubes, and ventilators
- Maintain a safe, organized, and patient-centered environment while following all policies and best practices
Apply now to join a rewarding travel nursing opportunity in Binghamton, NY and advance your critical care career today.
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 Paducah, KY
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Paducah, KY here's what you should know:- Paducah's cost of living is 16% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F and lows are around 69°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 45°F and lows are around 26°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Paducah, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Paducah is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population in Paducah is diverse with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues include heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in the area.
- Paducah offers a variety of restaurants featuring Southern cuisine, as well as art galleries, live music venues, and local sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, boating, and fishing along the Ohio River.
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