First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Topeka, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel ⚡ 36-HOUR NIGHT-SHIFT ICU / CVICU RN CONTRACT – TOPEKA, KS An immediate 12-week travel contract opening is available for an experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Topeka, KS 66606. Operating within an active 16-bed mixed ICU/CVICU across 16 patient rooms (daily census ~13) at an established acute care medical center, this clinical assignment features a dependable 36-hour overnight schedule (19:00 – 07:00 / 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, three 12-hour night shifts guaranteed weekly). COMPETITIVE 36-HOUR NIGHT PACKAGE ($2,095/WEEK)! $1,267/WEEK TAX-FREE HOUSING & MEAL STIPEND! ZERO MANDATORY ON-CALL! STRICT 1:2 CRITICAL CARE RATIOS! COMPACT STATE! FIRST-TIME TRAVELERS WELCOME! EPIC EHR! Managing a combined medical, surgical, and cardiac surgical patient population, the ICU nursing team coordinates advanced life-support interventions including invasive mechanical ventilation, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT), hemodynamic monitoring (Swan-Ganz pulmonary artery catheters and Edwards FloTrac/Vigileo), and care for fresh post-operative open-heart patients (unit recovers 6–10 open-heart/CABG cases per month without ECMO or LVADs). Clinical diagnoses include acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), septic shock, acute kidney injury (AKI), diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), STEMI/NSTEMI, stroke (CVA), neuro-trauma, and major vascular reconstructions. If you are an acute critical care nurse skilled in multi-drip vasoactive titrations, paired ventilator management, advanced hemodynamics, and CRRT looking to earn $2,095/week on nights in Kansas, this assignment is built for you! PRE-CALCULATED PAY PACKAGE (36-Hour Week) Weekly Gross: $2,095.00 Weekly Tax-Free Stipend: $1,267.00 Hourly W2 Regular Rate: $23.00/hr (36 regular hours) Hourly W2 Overtime Rate: $34.50/hr (Travelers only; clinicians residing within a 50-mile radius are not accepted per facility policy).

SHIFT & POSITION DETAILS Schedule: Night shifts, 3x12-Hours (19:00 – 07:00 / 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM).

Guaranteed Hours: 36 regular hours guaranteed weekly.

Assignment Duration: 12 Weeks.

Block Scheduling: Block schedules are not offered.

On-Call Requirements: NO ON-CALL REQUIRED!

Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend rotation.

Department Setting & Capacity: 16-bed / 16-room combined mixed ICU and CVICU (average daily census ~13).

Nurse-to-Patient Staffing Ratios: Strict critical care staffing ratios of 1:2 across all shifts.

Floating Scope: Floating is required to like acute/stepdown units within clinical competency based on facility needs.

Advanced Monitoring & Specialized Modalities: Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT).

Advanced Hemodynamics: Edwards FloTrac/Vigileo monitoring, Swan-Ganz pulmonary artery catheters, and arterial line maintenance. Mechanical Circulatory Support: care of patients with Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps (IABP) and Impella devices (unit does not manage ECMO or LVADs). Post-Surgical Recovery: fresh post-op recovery of open-heart cases (CABG, valve repairs/replacements; unit averages 6–10 cardiac surgeries per month). Hypothermia protocols / Arctic Sun targeted temperature management.

Clinical Scope & Specialty Care: Direct intensive care nursing for complex respiratory distress, ARDS, septic shock, multi-organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS), AKI, and DKA (regular insulin infusions). Management of paired ventilated patients with concurrent titration of multiple continuous vasoactive, inotropic, and sedative infusions. Neurological monitoring: acute stroke interventions adhering to NIHSS guidelines, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and spinal cord trauma. Vascular access care: peripheral lines, arterial lines, sheath removal, central venous access, and PICC lines.

EMR System: Epic electronic health record.

REQUISITE QUALIFICATIONS FOR SUBMISSION Experience Requirement: Minimum 2 full years of dedicated acute care inpatient ICU RN clinical experience preferred (must have at least 1 full year of dedicated ICU experience within the past 2–3 years; first-time travel nurses accepted).

Patient Ratio Experience: Documented experience managing 1:2 critical care ratios (must be capable of managing 2 ventilated patients while multitasking complex drip titrations).

Licensure (Strict Hard Stop): Active Kansas State Registered Nurse (RN) License or Multi-State Compact RN License strictly in hand at submittal (pending licenses cannot be submitted).

Certifications Required at Submittal (Must all be active and attached): Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (AHA) only . Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — AHA only . NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification.

Preferred Certifications: Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI).

EMR Competency: Epic EHR experience preferred. ✨ APPLICATION PROCESS Avoid administrative processing delays on broad public job boards. Complete candidate profiles matching all clinical prerequisites receive expedited review and direct submittal consideration. Apply directly to this posting to lock in your file with our specialized critical care recruitment team!

Location Details: Assignment is located in Topeka, KS 66606. ⏱️ Assignment Schedule & Hours: 12-week contract (36 hours guaranteed weekly on 12-hour Nights: 19:00 – 07:00).

No Standby Call: Zero standby on-call obligations.

Strict 50-Mile Radius Rule: Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are strictly not accepted (travelers only).

Unit Acuity & Ratios: 16 beds / 16 rooms; mixed ICU/CVICU (census ~13); strict 1:2 ratios; recovers open-heart surgeries (6–10 cases/mo; no ECMO/LVADs); manages CRRT, Impella, IABP, Swan-Ganz, FloTrac, and Arctic Sun.

Mandatory Experience & Clinical Hard Stops: Minimum 2 full years of acute ICU RN experience preferred (must have at least 1 full year of dedicated ICU experience in the last 2–3 years). Must be competent to manage 2 ventilated patients while simultaneously titrating multiple vasoactive drips. Hands-on CRRT competency required. Documented experience managing 1:2 ratios. First-time travelers accepted.

Floating Scope: Floating is required to like units within clinical scope as needed.

Certification Mandate (Strict Hard Stop): Active Kansas or Compact Multi-State RN license strictly in hand at submittal. Active AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certificates strictly required in hand at submittal (TNCC and CPI preferred). ️ EMR System: Epic electronic health record.

Mandatory Submittal Details: Active RN license, AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS cards attached. Comprehensive resume highlighting ICU/CVICU, open-heart recovery, CRRT, and hemodynamic line competencies. Full legal name, physical address, email, full Date of Birth (DOB), and full SSN. All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be submitted upfront at time of submittal.

Time Off: All RTO must be requested upfront on submission for facility review (weekend commitment: every other weekend). 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.

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