Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Neuro ICU RN with a DC license and expertise in neuro critical care equipment for rotating day and night shifts.

Details

• Work in the Neuro ICU of a hospital setting
• Care for neurological ICU patients with advanced monitoring and intervention
• Specialized equipment includes EVDs, Raumedic Bolt, Artic Sun, CVVH, lytic catheters, Flo-tracker, and pulmonary artery catheters
• Majority of shifts are days with up to two weeks of nights per six-week schedule
• Three 12-hour shifts per week, rotating weekends and holidays as needed
• Required to float to units of equal or lower acuity, including other ICUs and IMC units
• No on-call responsibilities
• Ceil blue scrubs required

Requirements

• Active DC RN license or proof of pending status at the time of consideration, license must be in hand before start
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Preferred certification: CCRN
• At least 2 years of recent neuro ICU experience required
• Skills required: conscious sedation, ICP monitoring, mechanical ventilation
• Preferred skills: trauma level 1, pulmonary artery lines, IV starts, and phlebotomy
• Must pass Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with at least 80% overall and 100% on lethal rhythms
• Annual flu vaccine required

Additional Information

• Responsible for management of neuro critically ill patients including monitoring, sedation, and advanced interventions
• Team-based environment with interdisciplinary support
• Pre-employment and orientation modules must be completed and are partially billable
• First time travelers are welcome
• Up to 7 days of RTO is preferred per 13-week contract; no RTO allowed during the first two weeks of assignment
• Candidates who have worked at the facility must have a one-year gap before returning as a traveler
• Candidates living within 60 miles may be considered as local candidates at a different rate