Job Opportunity – Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) Registered Nurse – Pennsylvania
Start Date: October 12, 2026
Location: Pennsylvania
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night shift, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM; every other weekend (Friday/Saturday); 13-week assignment; 2:1 patient ratio; no call required; one winter holiday (eve and day) required
Highlights:
- Work in a Level I Trauma Center MICU with diverse, complex patient populations including sepsis, respiratory failure, multiorgan dysfunction, ARDS, renal/liver failure, GI bleeds, and oncology patients
- Advanced critical care experience with specialized procedures including bedside tracheostomies, PEGs, CVC placement, bedside EGD, bronchoscopy, and mass transfusion protocols
- Utilize cutting-edge equipment including CVVHD, Swan Ganz catheters, Level 1 Rapid Infuser, and Blakemore tubes
- Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and specialty services
- 36 hours of orientation provided; floating to ICU, intermediate, and telemetry units as needed
- First-time travelers welcome; block scheduling may be considered
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
- Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of MICU experience required
- Experience with 2:1 patient ratios required
- Epic charting system experience required
- Level I Trauma Center experience required
- Charge experience preferred
- Valid state RN license required at time of submission
- Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
- Pennsylvania fingerprinting and childline clearance required
- Must complete compliance labs within 48 hours of contract signing
- Requested time off must be submitted at time of application
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work with critically ill patients in a high-acuity environment where you'll apply advanced critical care skills daily. You'll be part of a collaborative team supported by comprehensive interdisciplinary services, allowing you to deliver exceptional patient care in complex cases. The facility welcomes first-time travelers and provides thorough orientation to ensure your success from day one.