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SICU

York, PA · On-site

RN - SICU Surgical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurses (SICU) provides comprehensive care for critically ill surgical patients. The SICU nurse may also provide comprehensive care for trauma ...

RN - SICU Surgical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurses (SICU) provides comprehensive care for critically ill surgical patients. The SICU nurse may also provide comprehensive care for trauma ...

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RN - SICU

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$2.1K/wk

Details Client Name DCH Health Care Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty SICU Job ID 37783018 Job Title RN - SICU Weekly Pay $2110.0 Shift Details Shift 3x12 Hour Night Shift ...

RN - SICU

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Mount Sinai Health System Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty SICU Job ID 37877361 Job Title RN - SICU Weekly Pay $2275.0 Shift Details Shift 7a-7p Scheduled ...

RN - SICU About the Position Specialty: RN - SICU Experience: 1+ year of recent SICU or critical care experience required License: Active State or Compact RN License Certifications: BLS & ACLS - AHA ...

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RN - SICU

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Mount Sinai Main Campus Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty SICU Job ID 37911507 Job Title RN - SICU Weekly Pay $2275.0 Shift Details Shift 7p-730a Scheduled ...

RN - SICU

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Mount Sinai Health System Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty SICU Job ID 37877361 Job Title RN - SICU Weekly Pay $2275.0 Shift Details Shift 7a-7p Scheduled ...

RN - SICU

Boston, MA · On-site

$2.2K/wk

Details Client Name Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty SICU Job ID 37750587 Job Title RN - SICU Weekly Pay $2272.0 Shift Details Shift 3x12 ...

RN - SICU About the Position Specialty: RN - SICU Experience: 1+ year of recent SICU or critical care experience required License: Active State or Compact RN License Certifications: BLS & ACLS - AHA ...

Travel SICU RN

Columbus, OH · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

SICU - Surgical Intensive Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 10/05/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Surgical Intensive Care Unit ...

Travel SICU RN

Columbus, OH · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

SICU - Surgical Intensive Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 10/05/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Surgical Intensive Care Unit ...

RN - SICU

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$3.0K/wk

Details Client Name Ochsner Medical Center Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty SICU Job ID 18975242 Job Title RN - SICU Weekly Pay $3076.04 Shift Details Shift 4x12 Nights ...

Travel SICU Registered Nurse

Columbus, OH · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

SICU - Surgical Intensive Care * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 10/05/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel Surgical Intensive Care Unit ...

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How much do sicu jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for sicu in the United States is $75.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.20 and $93.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a SICU?

A SICU (Surgical Intensive Care Unit) job involves providing specialized care for critically ill or post-surgical patients. Nurses and healthcare professionals in this role monitor vital signs, administer medications, and assist with life-saving procedures. They work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other medical staff to ensure optimal patient recovery. Strong critical thinking, rapid decision-making, and technical skills are essential. This role requires advanced training in intensive care and often certifications such as CCRN.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a SICU nurse?

SICU nurses are responsible for monitoring and caring for critically ill surgical patients, managing complex equipment such as ventilators and IV drips, administering medications, and conducting frequent patient assessments. They regularly collaborate with surgeons, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement customized care plans. In addition to direct patient care, SICU nurses document patient progress, respond rapidly to emergencies, and provide support to patients’ families. This fast-paced role requires constant vigilance and the ability to adapt quickly to changing patient conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the SICU position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a SICU (Surgical Intensive Care Unit) nurse, you need advanced clinical skills in critical care, strong assessment abilities, and a valid RN license, often with certifications such as CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse). Familiarity with ventilators, hemodynamic monitoring systems, and electronic health records is essential. Strong teamwork, emotional resilience, and effective communication stand out as key soft skills for success in this demanding environment. These skills and attributes are crucial for providing high-quality care to critically ill surgical patients and for collaborating efficiently within multidisciplinary teams.

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Infographic showing various Sicu job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 45% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 48% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $157,635 per year, or $75.8 per hour.

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RN - SICU

Surgical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurses (SICU) provides comprehensive care for critically ill surgical patients. The SICU nurse may also provide comprehensive care for trauma patients when the SICU is utilized as a trauma admitting unit. The SICU nurse provides highly skilled nursing care, including close observation and the use of extensive monitoring equipment, mechanical ventilation and potential end-of-life care. SICU nurses also provide emotional support for patients and their families as well as educating patients and their families.


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