First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bronx, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 34.5 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
MICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Job Description
Department: Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)
Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
Assignment: Travel RN
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced MICU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care to critically ill adult patients in a 26-bed Medical Intensive Care Unit. The ideal candidate should have prior MICU experience, strong critical-care skills, and the ability to independently manage and titrate multiple high-acuity medication drips.
Unit & Patient Care
- Unit Size: 26 beds
- Typical Staffing: Approximately 14 RNs per shift
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:1–2; may increase to 1:3 during staffing shortages
- Common Diagnoses: Cardiac arrest, sepsis, neurosurgical conditions, DKA, induced hypothermia, GI bleeding, angioedema, and other complex medical conditions
- Trauma: No trauma cases
- Nurses must be able to read and interpret their own telemetry strips
- Travelers may be the first to float, with floating limited to Stepdown (1:3–4 ratio)
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive care to critically ill patients in the MICU
- Independently assess, monitor, and manage patients with complex medical conditions
- Titrate all required medication drips according to patient condition and clinical protocols
- Common titratable medications include:
- Pressors
- Sedation
- Paralytics
- Antiarrhythmics
- Insulin
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, PCTs, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
- Respond to emergency situations, codes, and Rapid Response events as needed
Required Qualifications
- Previous MICU experience is required
- BLS – Required
- ACLS – Required
- CCRN – Preferred
- Strong critical-care assessment and clinical judgment skills
- Ability to manage and titrate multiple critical-care medications
- Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms/telemetry independently
Schedule & Requirements
- Shift: 7:00 AM–7:30 PM or 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
- Travelers should provide availability and remain flexible to support unit staffing needs
- Block scheduling is not guaranteed
- Weekend Requirement: At least 2 weekends per 4-week schedule, including Saturday and Sunday
- Holiday: May be required to participate in the holiday rotation
- Call/Standby: None
- Excessive call-ins are taken seriously and may result in termination
Unit Support
- Charge RN: No patient assignment; responds to codes and Rapid Response events
- PCTs: 3 on days / 2 on nights
- Providers: Fellows/Residents in-house 24/7; attending physicians are not on-site 24/7
- Respiratory Therapy: 2 RTs available in the ICU 24/7
- Respiratory Equipment: CPAP, BiPAP, ventilators, and tracheostomy equipment
- RTs manage respiratory equipment; RNs administer breathing treatments as required
Orientation & Additional Details
- Orientation: 2 days classroom + 1 day with a preceptor
- Scrubs: Royal Blue
- Equipment is generally not specifically assigned to travelers
- No trauma cases within the MICU
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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
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus