GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Milford, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/11/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Milford, Connecticut Join a high-acuity ICU team as a Travel ICU Registered Nurse in Milford, Connecticut. This critical care nursing assignment offers the opportunity to care for adult and geriatric patients in medical and surgical intensive care settings while working alongside strong interdisciplinary support teams. Milford is a welcoming coastal New England community known for its shoreline, scenic outdoor spaces, and convenient access to the greater Connecticut region. Travel ICU Nurse Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,090–$2,200 Location: Milford, Connecticut Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse contract Start Date: December 11, 2026 Assignment Duration: Approximately 10 weeks, ending February 19, 2027 Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; every other weekend required Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:2 in critical care; ratios may vary when floated to medical-surgical units Orientation: Approximately 12–16 hours Charting System: Epic Scrub Color: Royal blue Floating: May float to medical-surgical and other critical care units as needed ICU Registered Nurse Job Requirements Minimum of 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience; experience in both Medical Intensive Care Unit and Surgical Intensive Care Unit settings is required Active Registered Nurse license in Connecticut, or eligibility to obtain the license before the assignment start date Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications Recent Epic charting experience Clinical experience caring for adult and geriatric patients Demonstrated ability to manage ventilated patients, arterial lines, central lines, vasoactive infusions, cardiac drips, continuous sedation, and complex multisystem conditions Ability to work day shifts, every other weekend, and float between units when needed Required influenza vaccination First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply ICU Travel Nurse Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill adult and geriatric patients in medical and surgical ICU settings Monitor, assess, and respond to changes in patient condition, including dysrhythmias, respiratory compromise, and multisystem organ dysfunction Manage ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, blood products, and emergency medications Interpret arterial blood gases, obtain 12-lead EKGs, and recognize changes in cardiac rhythms Titrate cardiac, vasoactive, and sedative infusions according to patient condition and clinical protocols Initiate and maintain IV access while applying infection-prevention and isolation-precaution practices Document patient care accurately in Epic Collaborate with respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, rehabilitation, IV services, social services, interpretation services, and rapid response teams Float to medical-surgical or other critical care units as assigned while maintaining safe, compassionate patient care Apply now for this ICU Registered Nurse travel contract and join a critical care team in Milford, Connecticut.

Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 529410.

Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: ICU About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.