Medical-Surgical ICU Registered Nurse
Tyler, Texas
UT Health Tyler

Registered Nurse - ICU (Travel/Contract)

Location: Tyler, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Unit: Medical-Surgical ICU
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour night shifts
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Number of Beds: 16
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years
• Travel Experience: Preferred (unit prefers travel experience)

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NIHSS* (as applicable)
• PALS* (Pediatric Advanced Life Support, as applicable)

*Other certifications such as NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, CPI, MAB, and NIH Stroke Certification may be required as applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience in a Medical-Surgical ICU, with ICU experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• PALS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Certifications as applicable: NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB), NIHSS, CPI
• Ability to work night shifts (3x12 hour)
• Compliance with all required background checks and verifications
• Completion of unit-specific skills checklist annually

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
• Adult TDAP vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Required immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season

Background & Documentation Requirements

• 7-year background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Education verification (highest level)
• Work history verification for the past 7 years
• Professional references (internal requirement)
• Valid driver’s license or state ID
• Completion of employment application/resume submission

Additional Notes

• Scrub color: Charcoal Grey
• Candidates residing in certain counties in Texas are not eligible for travel contracts in this location.
• Fingerprinting and other onboarding requirements may apply depending on state and facility policies.

This position is ideal for experienced ICU Registered Nurses seeking a travel contract opportunity with night shifts in a medical-surgical ICU setting.