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SICU Registered Nurse
Ann Arbor, Michigan
University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers

$2,116-2,287/week

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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - SICU

Location

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Employment Type

Travel/Contract

Contract Length

13 weeks

Unit Description

Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) with 20 adult ICU beds
Patient population includes post-major operations and those with complications requiring extensive physiological monitoring
Common diagnoses: peripheral vascular diseases, cancer, hepatic, pancreatic or renal failure, cardiac and pulmonary disease, multi-system failure
Advanced care includes Swan-Ganz monitoring, ventilator support, parenteral nutrition, fluid and electrolyte management
Receives adult liver transplants and adult ECMO/respiratory failure patients
May receive overflow from Trauma, Neuro, Medicine, and Cardiac ICUs
Charge nurses participate as adult Rapid Response Providers
Shift options: 12-hour day or night shifts
Nurse-to-patient ratio typically 1:2; may increase to 1:3 during boarding of general care/telemetry or moderate care patients
Comprehensive orientation and career development opportunities
Diverse patient population

Schedule

3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (Day: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM; Night: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Weekend shifts every other weekend
No call required
Floating to designated units during low census expected

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan
Minimum 1 year of recent experience in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Emergency Department (ED) experience considered
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Current ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Facility

University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers

4.4rating(71 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers

5.0rating

Pros

As a Neuro tech, there was no call no weekends. People were very nice

Cons

Have to pay to park off site and take a shuttle to the hospital

janet c

Interventional Radiology Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Jul '24 - Sep '24

Review of University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers on May 3, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
989 beds

ADDRESS1500 East Medical Center DriveAnn Arbor, MI 48109

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About Ann Arbor, MI

As a Travel Surgical ICU Nurse in Ann Arbor, MI here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Ann Arbor is higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
However, wages in Ann Arbor generally match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 82°F and lows around 61°F.
In winter, average highs are around 33°F and lows around 18°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Ann Arbor, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the university's presence.

Transportation

Ann Arbor is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a good public transportation system, including buses and shuttles operated by TheRide.

Demographics

Ann Arbor is known for its diversity, with a mix of cultures and age groups.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions.
The city has a large population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.

Things to Do

Ann Arbor offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a rich arts and music culture, and various sports and outdoor activities, including river recreation, hiking trails, and botanical gardens.

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