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PRN Healthcare Services

SICU RN

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

Full of Surprises When you're a traveling healthcare professional, you're given the opportunity to encounter some of the most brilliant and invigorating places in the world. By taking a travel ...

Yale New Haven Health

SICU APP

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

Seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) team * New graduates are encouraged to apply * Prior SICU or critical ...

Yale New Haven Health

SICU APP

Bridgeport, CT

Seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) team * New graduates are encouraged to apply * Prior SICU or critical ...

Yale New Haven Health

SICU APP

Bridgeport, CT

Seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) team * New graduates are encouraged to apply * Prior SICU or critical ...

Yale New Haven Health

SICU APP

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

Seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) team * New graduates are encouraged to apply * Prior SICU or critical ...

Yale New Haven Health

SICU APP

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

Seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) team * New graduates are encouraged to apply * Prior SICU or critical ...

Yale New Haven Health

SICU APP

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

Seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) to join the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) team * New graduates are encouraged to apply * Prior SICU or critical ...

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How much do sicu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average weekly pay for sicu rn in Connecticut is $2,171.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,792.31 and $2,525.00 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are SICU RNs?

SICU RNs are Registered Nurses who work in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit. They specialize in caring for critically ill or post-operative patients who require intensive monitoring and support after surgery. SICU RNs are skilled in using advanced medical equipment, administering medications, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to provide high-level care. Their expertise is essential in stabilizing patients and ensuring optimal recovery during the most critical phases following surgical procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a SICU RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a SICU RN (Surgical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse), you need advanced clinical knowledge in critical care, patient assessment, and a current RN license, often with certifications like CCRN. Familiarity with ICU-specific equipment, patient monitoring systems, and electronic health records is essential. Strong communication, critical thinking, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills in this environment. These skills enable nurses to deliver life-saving care, respond rapidly to changes in patient condition, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in high-acuity settings.

What are some common challenges faced by SICU RNs, and how can they be managed effectively?

SICU RNs often encounter high-stress situations due to the critical nature of patient care, including managing life-threatening conditions and rapidly changing patient statuses. Effective communication and teamwork with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals are essential to coordinate complex care plans. Additionally, staying current with advanced technologies and protocols helps RNs provide the best care possible. Time management, emotional resilience, and ongoing education are key to handling these challenges and maintaining a high standard of patient care.

What is the difference between Sicu Rn vs Surgical Tech?

AspectSicu RnSurgical Tech
CredentialsRN license, specialized certificationsCertified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsOperating rooms, surgical centers
Job RolePatient care, assisting during surgeries, monitoring patient statusPreparing operating rooms, sterilizing instruments, passing surgical tools

While both Sicu Rn and Surgical Tech work in surgical settings, Sicu Rn focuses on patient care and monitoring, requiring an RN license, whereas Surgical Techs prepare the surgical environment and assist surgeons, requiring CST certification. Their roles complement each other in the operating room environment.

Sicu Rn jobs near you
Infographic showing various Sicu Rn job openings in Connecticut as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 34% As Needed, 33% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $112,941 per year, or $54.3 per hour.
Travel SICU Registered Nurse - $2,171 per week

Travel SICU Registered Nurse - $2,171 per week

PRN Healthcare Services

Bridgeport, CT • On-site

$2.1K/wk

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Posted 12 hours ago

Job description

PRN Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN SICU - Surgical Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a great Travel SICU - Surgical Intensive Care Nursing Job in Bridgeport, Connecticut? PRN Healthcare posted this Travel Nursing Job that offers 36 hours a week for 13 weeks in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Vivian Health provides transparent Travel SICU - Surgical Intensive Care Salary information and unbiased reviews from leading Travel Nurse Agencies across the United States, so you can compare travel opportunities matching your desired criteria.

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The details for this Travel SICU - Surgical Intensive Care Nursing Job are:

  • Specialty: SICU - Surgical Intensive Care
  • Job Location: Bridgeport, Connecticut
  • Travel Nurse Salary: $2,171/week
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Total Hours Per Week: 36 weekly
  • Shift Breakdown: 3x12 hrs
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights

PRN Healthcare Job ID #1549272. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: SICU RN

About PRN Healthcare

Our story starts with a 21-year-old CNA named Pete Hietpas. Pete was diligently working in eastern Wisconsin with a variety of staffing agencies, but something was missing. He loved caring for his patients, but felt that staffing agencies were exchanging compassion for competitiveness. He was determined to change that. As a result, he started Nurses PRN in 1995 to become a model for the healthcare staffing industry – being competitive in the marketplace, yet still maintaining a compassionate heart.

Over the years Nurses PRN grew and evolved as a nationwide healthcare staffing company, and therefore wanted to be more inclusive to all valued healthcare professionals: nurses, allied health, locum tenens, CNAs, and more. This lead to the introduction of PRN Healthcare, which is inclusive of Nurses PRN and all of our other healthcare divisions.

Our mission to create authentic, meaningful relationships with our healthcare professionals helps us set them up for success in their dream assignment, whether that be a travel contract, local contract, or per diem shift. This is all driven by the simple idea that better care for our healthcare workers, leads to better patient care – and this is all supported by a dedicated internal staff.

Our company culture is strongly backed by faith-based values and activities, to remind us that our success provides us the opportunity to serve and give back to our communities. This is the spirit of caregiving. This is PRN Healthcare.

Why Vivian Health?

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Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Referral bonus
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Company provided housing options
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance

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