Travel Nurse RN - MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit

Company: First Connect Health
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: March 6, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/22/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 48 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Job Title: Medical ICU (MICU) Registered Nurse Location: Indianapolis, IN Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (03/22/2026 – 06/20/2026) Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift (19:00 – 07:30) | 36 Hours Per Week Job Summary A premier Level 1 Trauma Center and a designated Center of Excellence for Stroke, Burn, and Transplant care. The Medical ICU (MICU) handles the highest acuity medical cases in the region. As an ELSO-certified center, the unit is equipped for advanced life support, including ECMO. We are looking for a seasoned ICU nurse who thrives in a high-stakes, fast-paced academic and tertiary environment. Key Responsibilities - Advanced Life Support: Manage critically ill patients with complex multisystem organ failure, severe sepsis, and respiratory failure. - Hemodynamic Monitoring: Titrate multiple high-acuity vasoactive drips and monitor invasive lines (Arterial lines, Swans, CVPs). - Specialized Care: Support patients within a facility that specializes in Transplants, Burns, and Comprehensive Stroke interventions. - Critical Thinking: Maintain a standard 2:1 or 1:1 patient ratio based on acuity, ensuring rapid intervention during clinical changes. - Documentation: Utilize the Sunrise clinical charting system. Requirements & Qualifications - Experience: Minimum 2 years of ICU experience is generally required. - Note: Management has specifically requested Level 1 Trauma Center experience and is currently reviewing if 1.5 years is sufficient for this high-acuity unit. - Licensure: Active Indiana State RN License or Multi-State Compact License. - Certifications: - BLS (AHA) – Required. - ACLS (AHA) – Required. - Skill Set: Proficiency in titrating paralytics, sedatives, and pressors. Experience with CRRT or ECMO is a significant advantage given the ELSO certification. Unit & Facility Details - Setting: Level 1 Trauma Center / Stroke Center of Excellence. - Staffing: Every other weekend rotation; holidays as per unit need. - Dress Code: Royal Blue scrubs. - Location: Indianapolis, IN 46260. Job ID: ASC-42388/n/nRequirements & Qualifications/n/n- Experience: Minimum 2 years of ICU experience is generally required.Note: Management has specifically requested Level 1 Trauma Center experience and is currently reviewing if 1.5 years is sufficient for this high-acuity unit./n- Licensure: Active Indiana State RN License or Multi-State Compact License./n- Certifications: BLS (AHA) – Required., ACLS (AHA) – Required./n- Skill Set: Proficiency in titrating paralytics, sedatives, and pressors. Experience with CRRT or ECMO is a significant advantage given the ELSO certification. 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 benefits - Sick pay - 401k retirement plan - Weekly pay - Referral bonus

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