What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Registered Nurse ICU Job position at Healthforce?
Registered Nurse – ICU travel assignment in Fort Defiance, Arizona. Start date: 04/20/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,234 to $2,326. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: 3x12 Flex (12-hour shifts). Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,234–$2,326 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour shifts, flexible to days/nights
- Start date: 04/20/2026
- Work setting: ICU in a Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU, including monitoring hemodynamics, ventilation, and multi-system status.
- Administer medications, manage IV therapies, and adjust plans of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Perform ongoing assessments, interpret monitor data, document care accurately, and communicate changes to the charge nurse and physicians.
- Initiate and participate in rapid response and code procedures; support patient/family education and discharge planning as appropriate.
- Maintain competency in ICU protocols and equipment; participate in rounds and contribute to care plans.
- May be asked to float to other departments within scope of practice and competencies; assist with call lights and routine patient care tasks as needed.
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice (Arizona preferred).
- ICU experience: minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience; Charge Nurse experience required.
- Certifications: American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and Conscious Sedation (facility-provided option available for a fee).
- Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts and to cover days, nights, weekends, and holidays; able to respond to changing unit needs.
- Ability to float to other departments within competency; strong communication and teamwork skills.
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Fast credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Nationwide assignments
- Extension opportunities for eligible shifts
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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.
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Salary : $2,234 - $2,326