Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Newark, NY
Prime Staffing
4x12 hrs, Nights
$3,024/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Hiring Now: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU
Location: Newark, NY
Contract: 13 Weeks
Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Schedule: 4x12-hour shifts
Position Overview
Seeking experienced ICU Registered Nurses (RNs) for a 13-week travel assignment. Nurses will provide critical care to adult patients in a Medical/Surgical ICU and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, monitor, and care for critically ill adult patients.
- Manage ventilators, arterial lines, central lines, and PICC lines.
- Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips, IV sedation, and emergency medications.
- Monitor cardiac rhythms and respond to changes in patient conditions.
- Perform IV therapy, blood product administration, and related procedures.
- Follow infection prevention and isolation precautions.
- Float to other units as required and within scope of practice.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience.
- Active New York State RN license required at submission.
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
- Epic charting experience required.
- Strong critical care, cardiac monitoring, and emergency response skills.
- Charge nurse experience highly preferred.
- Previous travel nursing experience preferred; first-time travelers may be considered.
Schedule & Contract Details
- Night shifts: 7:00 PM–7:00 AM.
- Every other weekend required.
- Patient ratio: approximately 1:2–3.
- Floating required.
- Up to 2 requests for time off; total RTO cannot exceed 10 days.
- Candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted.
- 12-hour orientation; additional required modules must be completed before the start date.
Employer
Prime Staffing
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At Prime Staffing, we understand the importance of finding the perfect fit for both our clients and candidates. Prime Staffing utilizes a unique matchmaking approach, providing the most qualified contingent staffing to our clients, and the most competitive contracts to our workforce. Our experienced team takes the time to get to know both our clients and candidates, their needs, and preferences, to ensure that each placement is a success.
We offer a wide range of staffing services including temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire placements. Our extensive network of qualified candidates includes nurses, allied healthcare professionals, corporate support professionals and executives.
About Newark, NY
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Newark, NY here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Newark, NY is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 80°F, while the average low in winter is around 17°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals are available in Newark, NY, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Many options for furnished housing can be found through local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
- Newark, NY is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Newark, NY has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and cold-related illnesses due to the fluctuating weather.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Newark, NY offers a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines, as well as local art galleries and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating in the nearby Finger Lakes region.
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