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Job ID: 896245
Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,157.94
Job Title
Registered Nurse – ICU (Surgical ICU)
Location
Columbia, MO | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights (3×12-Hour Shifts, 19:00–07:30) | 36 or 48 hour contracts available | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a Level 1 Trauma Surgical ICU setting, managing complex diagnoses including MVC, falls, GSW, penetrating trauma, burns, necrotizing fasciitis, sepsis, multi-system organ failure, ARDS, perforated bowel, AAA repair, carotid endarterectomy, and fem-pop bypass
- Float as required to PCU or adult medical-surgical units, including serving as a Patient Observer (Sitter) when assigned
- Perform physical duties including ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs
- Work assigned weekends, take call as needed, and fulfill holiday requirements (expected 50% of holidays occurring within the contract period)
- Complete onboarding modules (non-billable, average 4–6 hours) during orientation and annually as required by specialty
- Maintain compliance with all infection control protocols, as this role routinely involves contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license in Missouri or a Compact state — must be in hand at time of start
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of general ICU experience required
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; candidates residing 51–74 miles away may be subject to a local rate — contact your recruiter for details
- Floating is mandatory; all travelers must be willing to float within the organization as assigned
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with Cerner electronic health records preferred
- Prior experience in a Level 1 Trauma or Surgical ICU environment
- Familiarity with high-acuity diagnoses such as ARDS, multi-system organ failure, and post-surgical vascular patients
Why Join Us
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply — this is a great opportunity to gain experience in a high-acuity Level 1 Trauma Surgical ICU environment
- Flexible holiday scheduling — the facility will work with travelers to accommodate preferences while meeting the expected 50% holiday requirement