Job Opportunity – Surgical ICU Registered Nurse – Ohio
Start Date: September 2026
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts per week, rotating day/night schedule (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM / 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM). Shifts may be adjusted to meet operational needs. Holiday rotation required (every other holiday minimum).
Highlights:
- Surgical ICU specialty at a major academic medical center
- Rotating day and night shifts with 12-hour schedule
- ECG rhythm recognition and safe medication administration assessments conducted during orientation
- Contract extension opportunities available for up to 18 months
- Comprehensive orientation with specialty-specific modules
- Collaborative interdisciplinary team environment
Requirements:
- Active, permanent Ohio RN license or valid Compact State license in hand at time of application
- Minimum 12 months of permanent experience in Surgical ICU
- Current certifications required: BLS (AHA or American Red Cross), ACLS, and NIHSS
- All certifications must be active at time of submission
- One professional reference from a manager, supervisor, or director in SICU from within the past 12 months
- COVID-19 and Influenza vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
- Successful completion of ECG rhythm recognition and safeMedicate assessments during orientation
- Background check clearance with no open cases; no license violations accepted
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work in a high-acuity Surgical ICU environment at a leading academic healthcare facility. You'll collaborate with a dedicated interdisciplinary team while caring for critically ill surgical patients, with opportunities for professional growth through ongoing education and the potential for long-term contract extensions. This role is ideal for experienced ICU nurses seeking to advance their critical care expertise in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
Additional Information:
- BCI/FBI fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing
- Pre-start modules average 6-15 hours (first 4 hours compensated)
- Annual competency requirements for nurses on continuous contracts
- Local candidates accepted