First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Merced, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline : RN
- Start Date : 12 / 22 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
Required Certifications :
BLS , ACLS , NIHSSPreferred : CCRN , Basic Critical Care CourseShift & Scheduling
12-hour night shifts2 weekends per 4-week schedule2 out of 3 major holidaysUnit Overview
Unit : Intensive Care Unit (ICU)Beds : 20Nurse-to-Patient Ratio : 1 : 2Charge Nurse : Present every shift, non-patient-taking; resource for entire hospitalNurse Aides : NoneEMR : CernerPatient Types / Common Diagnoses
SepsisDKA / HyperglycemiaCOPDPost-PCI cardiac patients (not a STEMI center)CVAGI bleedsMedically complex / surgical ICU recoveryVented patients (manage comfortably with ABCDEF bundle )Common drips : Versed, Propofol, NorepinephrineClinical Support
Respiratory Therapy : 24 / 7 (manages vents)Pharmacy : 24 / 7Internal Medicine in house 24 / 7Pulmonologists function as intensivists (not 24 / 7)Must have strong IV skills (no IV team)Telemetry : GE System – nurses must read & interpret their own stripsFloating RequirementsTravelers are first to floatFloat to : Telemetry, Med-SurgOn float units, assignment may include 4–5 patientsMust be willing / comfortable with full patient load while floatingICU staff may be deployed to ED to care for boarded ICU patientsOrientation2 shifts in ICU1 shift on float unitJob Id : 1013817
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because :
✅ Trust and Transparency : We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.✅ Best Pay & Benefits : We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.✅ Flexibility & Choice : Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.✅ Personalized Support : Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
Medical benefitsSick pay401k retirement planWeekly payReferral bonus