Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Utica, NY
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs
$2,356/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
13-week Night Shift Travel Nurse opportunity — ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Utica, NY. 36 guaranteed hrs/week, estimated weekly pay $2,100–$2,210.
Join a dynamic and supportive critical care team as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in Utica, NY. This travel nurse assignment places you in a state-of-the-art Intensive Care Unit where your critical care nursing skills make a meaningful difference. Enjoy life in Upstate New York with easy access to the Adirondack Mountains and local Utica attractions.
Job Details
- Location: Utica, NY 13502 — Utica healthcare / Upstate New York nursing jobs
- Assignment Type: Travel (ICU travel nurse / ICU nursing job)
- Start Date: June 15, 2026
- End Date: September 12, 2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shifts: 12-hour nights (6:30pm – 7:00am) — Night Shift ICU RN
- Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,100 – $2,210 (competitive travel nurse pay)
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years recent ICU experience (SICU, CTICU, Trauma ICU, MS ICU, or Neuro ICU)
- Previous travel nursing experience required (travel nurse credentialed)
- Active NY RN license (NURSYS verification required)
- Current AHA ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
- CRRT and Prismaflex experience required
- Cardiac/Heart experience highly preferred (CTICU/ cardiovascular surgery exposure)
- Proficiency with EPIC EMR (electronic medical record / Epic experience)
- 2 recent ICU Charge/Manager RN references and specialty skills checklist
- Valid driver’s license with address matching demographics
- Ability to float to all units except Behavioral and ER (unless credentialed)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to critically ill patients in a 42-bed ICU (Neuro/Med, CTICU, Surg/Trauma units)
- Use specialty equipment including IABP, CRRT (PRISMA or NxStage), Ventriculostomy, ICP monitoring, and TTM (Artic Sun)
- Manage patients with strokes, sepsis, respiratory failure, CHF, post-STEMI, post-cardiac surgery, trauma, and major post-op care
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (MDs, RT, PT, pharmacy) to optimize patient outcomes
- Float across ICU units as needed while maintaining standards of care
- Complete accurate, timely documentation in EPIC EMR and follow hospital policies and infection control protocols
This ICU travel nurse position is ideal for experienced critical care RNs seeking night shift travel jobs in Upstate New York. Experience Utica’s community while advancing your ICU nursing career with a supportive team.
Apply now to be considered for this ICU Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Utica, NY — join our critical care team 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 - Travel
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
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About Utica, NY
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Utica, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Utica, NY is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In the summer, average highs are around 80°F, and average lows are around 60°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 30°F, and average lows are around 15°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Utica, NY.
- Utica is car-friendly, with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Utica has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant portion of the population being middle-aged.
- Common health issues in the area may include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Utica, NY.
- Utica offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, as well as opportunities to enjoy art and music.
- Sports enthusiasts can take part in local recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks and hiking trails.
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