ICU Registered Nurse
Milwaukee, WI
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - ICU

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in an Acuity Adaptable Unit (not a pure ICU unit)
• Schedule: Every Other Week (EOW) or as needed; Every Other Holiday (EOH) or as needed
• May need to float onsite within skill set or to sites within 40 miles if needed
• Requires proficiency with EPIC electronic health record system
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required

Required Qualifications

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license with primary source verification within 30 days prior to start
• Nursys verification required within 30 days prior to start
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (AHA)

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Documented proof of two MMR vaccines or positive IGG titer (no declinations accepted)
• Fit test required for all travelers (preferred prior to start, can be completed onsite)
• Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination
• Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); exemptions accepted with mask requirement
• Varicella immunity documentation or vaccination (no declinations accepted)
• Tdap vaccination valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted)
• Tuberculosis screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA within required timeframes; positive results require chest X-ray and annual TB questionnaire
• Statement of good health or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually thereafter

Background & Verification

• Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others within 30 days prior to start
• Employment verification for the past 7 years
• Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days prior to start
• Professional references: at least two required prior to first assignment

Skills & Competency Testing

• Specialty exam in ICU nursing with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years
• Core competencies including HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA topics, updated every 3 years
• EKG exam with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years
• Epic test-out and training checklist with signed attestation

Additional Requirements

• Driver’s license or state ID (must not be expired and must match address on file)
• Badge photo (forward-facing headshot with white or blue background, no alterations)
• Completion of onboarding requirements and pre-hire modules specific to nursing contingent workers

Summary

This is a 13-week ICU nursing assignment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and current RN licensure. The role involves working in an acuity adaptable unit with potential floating to nearby sites. Candidates must meet comprehensive health, licensure, background, and competency requirements prior to assignment start.