ICU Registered Nurse
Fort Wayne, IN
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,190/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration22 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nurse position is based in a healthcare facility located in Indiana. The role involves providing patient care in a critical care setting, with a focus on vent management, vasoactive medication administration, and psychiatric patient care. The assigned shifts are days, with a schedule of three 12-hour shifts per week, and the assignment duration spans from 09/28/2026 to 03/01/2027.
Job Details
- Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts from 3:00 PM to 3:00 AM per week, minimum of 36 hours.
- Required Qualifications: Valid Indiana or compact registered nurse license, BLS (American Heart Association) certification, ACLS (American Heart Association) certification; minimum of 2 years of Medical, Surgical, and/or ICU experience, with at least 1 year in ICU. No experience requirement is explicitly specified; the focus is on ICU experience.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with vent management, vasoactive infusions, and psychiatric patients.
- Float: Floating to other units/departments within Critical Care may be required.
- Additional Information: Orientation includes 2 days of training on the unit following a jumpstart orientation. Orientation is scheduled for Monday through Friday in the first week and Monday through Tuesday in the second week, with mandatory attendance. The orientation consists of 8-hour days. The hospital utilizes EPIC electronic charting systems and Pyxis medication dispensing. Equipment used in the unit includes ventilators, Bipap, EV 100s. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2 or 1:3, in a unit with 12 beds. Dress code is Caribbean blue scrubs. The call-off policy allows cancellation with up to 24 hours notice per 13-week period.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Fort Wayne, IN
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Fort Wayne, IN here's what you should know:- Slightly 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 of 84°F and lows of 63°F.
- Average winter highs of 32°F and lows of 18°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with a well-maintained road system.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Fort Wayne has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, sports events including minor league baseball and hockey, and numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the rivers.
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