Wise Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Dickson, Tennessee.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 1 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse | RN | ICU
Contract Details
Location: Dickson, TN 37055
Employment Type: Travel
Setting: Acute care hospital — ICU
Shift: 19:00–07:00
Hours: 36 hours/week
Pay Rate: $27.32/hr (Estimated taxable)
Start Date: 05/04/2026
Employment Status: W2 Employee
Requirements
- Active RN license (eligible to work in Tennessee)
- ICU experience required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications
- Strong critical thinking and communication skills
- Comfort with critical care patient ratios (primarily 2:1; may range 1:1 to 3:1)
- Experience with Meditech or similar electronic documentation systems preferred
- Ability to perform/assist with central lines, arterial lines, intubation, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care for critically ill adult patients in a 6-bed ICU on night shift
- Monitor hemodynamics and use unit equipment (e.g., Arctic Sun, continuous EEG, GE ICU monitors) to manage complex patients
- Perform and assist with invasive procedures common to the unit (central/arterial lines, intubation, paracentesis, thoracentesis)
- Accurately document assessments, interventions, and changes in condition using the facility’s electronic charting system
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, communicate changes in patient status, and participate in shift handoffs
- Follow unit guidelines, participate in onboarding/education with the facility educator, and float to ICU overflow as needed
- Maintain required certifications and adhere to unit dress code (Galaxy Blue or Pewter scrubs)
Benefits
- Weekly Pay & Direct Deposit
- W2 Employee Status
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Referral Bonus Program
- Dedicated recruiter support
Job Description
This is a 13-week night-shift travel RN assignment beginning 05/04/2026 in a 6-bed intensive care unit located in Dickson, TN. The role requires an experienced ICU nurse to deliver high-acuity care across a range of patient ratios (primarily 2:1, with occasional 1:1 or 3:1). The ICU uses Meditech for documentation and is equipped with advanced monitoring and support devices (including Arctic Sun and continuous EEG). Candidates must hold BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications and be comfortable performing and supporting procedures such as central and arterial line management, intubation, paracentesis, and thoracentesis. The schedule is 36 hours per week with every-other-weekend requirements, and the nurse may be asked to float to an ICU overflow unit. Strong clinical judgment, clear communication, and the ability to integrate into an established team are essential.
About Wise Medical Staffing
Wise Medical Staffing partners with healthcare professionals nationwide to provide PRN, contract, and travel opportunities across a variety of care settings. We focus on transparent compensation, consistent scheduling, and strong recruiter support.
For more information, contact:
Wise Medical Staffing Job ID #60936913. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Wise Medical Staffing
About Wise Medical Staffing
At Wise Medical Staffing, we’re more than a healthcare staffing agency. We’re a trusted career partner dedicated to helping healthcare professionals build meaningful, rewarding careers while making a lasting impact in patient care. Based in Chillicothe, Ohio, Wise Medical Staffing connects nurses and allied healthcare professionals with flexible travel, local, PRN, and contract opportunities nationwide.
As a relationship driven agency, we believe the right support system can make all the difference in a clinician’s journey. Our mission is simple: empower healthcare professionals with opportunities that align with their goals while helping healthcare facilities maintain exceptional patient care through reliable staffing solutions.
Why Choose Wise Medical Staffing?
Whether you’re searching for your first assignment or are an experienced traveler looking for your next opportunity, Wise Medical Staffing is committed to helping you succeed professionally and personally. We partner with healthcare facilities across the country to provide opportunities in a variety of specialties and settings, allowing clinicians to explore new experiences while advancing their careers.
We understand that healthcare staffing is about more than filling positions. It’s about creating the right fit for both clinicians and facilities. Our team works closely with every healthcare professional to ensure assignments match their skills, preferences, and long term goals.
Personalized Support Every Step of the Way
At Wise Medical Staffing, our clinicians are never treated like numbers. Every traveler is supported by a dedicated team focused on making the process smooth, transparent, and stress free from onboarding through contract completion.
We pride ourselves on:
• Responsive, recruiter focused support
• Transparent communication and personalized guidance
• Competitive pay packages and flexible opportunities
• Credentialing assistance and streamlined onboarding
• Long term relationship building centered around trust and professionalism
A Culture Built Around People
Our culture is rooted in teamwork, accountability, transparency, and genuine care for the clinicians and clients we serve. We strive to create an environment where healthcare professionals feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally.
At Wise Medical Staffing, we know that every assignment is more than just a contract. It’s an opportunity to grow your career, explore new places, and positively impact the lives of patients and communities nationwide.
Ready for Your Next Opportunity?
Whether you’re looking for travel assignments, local contracts, PRN flexibility, or your next long term opportunity, Wise Medical Staffing is here to help guide your journey. We’re proud to stand beside healthcare professionals every step of the way, helping you find not just your next job, but the right fit for your future.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- License and certification reimbursement
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
