Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job at Healthforce

City of Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

2099.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Neuro Assessments, Telemetry Monitoring, EVD Management, Lumbar Drains, Arterial Lines, Critical Medication Titration, Seizure Precautions, Hemodynamic Monitoring, Patient Care Coordination, Charge Nurse Responsibilities, Neurosurgerical Care, Stroke Care

Industry

Description

Overview Registered Nurse – ICU (Travel) in Rochester, NY. Start date 07/06/2026 for 13 weeks, 12-hour shifts in a hospital ICU/stepdown unit. Weekly pay range $2,008–$2,099. Guaranteed hours not guaranteed. This position involves rotating D/E/N shifts with weekends, holidays, on-call, and callback as unit needs. Key Highlights - Weekly pay: $2,008–$2,099 per week - Contract duration: 13 weeks - Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts; weekends/holidays; on-call/callback as needed - Start date: 07/06/2026 - Work setting: hospital ICU/stepdown unit - Guaranteed hours: not guaranteed Responsibilities - Provide comprehensive direct patient care for high-acuity neuro and neurosurgery patients in the stepdown/PCU, under the direction of the Nurse Manager. - Perform frequent neuro assessments (Q1 checks) and manage telemetry monitoring; respond to changes in patient status promptly. - Manage complex neurology-focused devices and therapies, including EVDs, lumbar drains, subdural drains, arterial lines, VP shunts, carotid endarterectomy care, aneurysm clipping/coiling, and deep brain stimulation procedures as applicable. - Administer and titrate critical medications such as 3% normal saline and Cardene drips; implement seizure precautions; monitor for and respond to neurologic and hemodynamic changes. - Assume charge nurse, preceptor, or committee responsibilities as assigned; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in rounding, documentation, and care coordination. Requirements - Licensure: active NY Registered Nurse license - Certifications: BLS (American Heart Association) required - Experience: minimum 2 years in stepdown/PCU with high-acuity telemetry experience; must have stepdown experience - Neuro/critical care: must have high-acuity stroke and neurosurgery experience; telemetry experience required - Additional: ACLS highly desired; NIHSS preferred - Special competencies: experience with Q1 neuro checks, EVDs, lumbar drains, subdural drains, 3% NS and Cardene drips, arterial lines, carotid endarterectomy, aneurysm coil/clips, DBS insertion, VP shunts, seizures - Eligibility: NY-only RN license; ability to work in a hospital ICU/stepdown environment and rotate shifts as required Benefits and Support - Dedicated support throughout the assignment - 24/7 recruiter and travel support - Fast credentialing - Nationwide travel opportunities Find more opportunities If this role isn’t a perfect match, you can explore other travel nursing openings available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process. About Healthforce Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States. We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed. Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals. Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more Local contract and per diem opportunities Short-term and 13-week travel assignments Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay. What Makes Healthforce Different We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process. Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start 24/7 support while you are on assignment Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career. Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country. Quick submissions to open jobs Access to multiple job options at once Flexible assignment locations Ongoing support throughout your contract Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence. Start Your Next Travel Assignment Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide. Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive direct care for high-acuity neuro and neurosurgery patients in a hospital ICU/stepdown unit. Manage complex neurology-focused devices, titrate critical medications, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for care coordination.