Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position at a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital with advanced certifications required.

Details

• Work in a 14-bed Medical ICU within a large hospital
• Care for critically ill patients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, sepsis, GI bleed, DKA, stroke, ARDS, and more
• Manage patients on ventilator support, invasive lines, and vasoactive drips
• RN-to-patient ratios are typically 1:1 or 1:2, with rare instances of 1:3
• Float required to all adult ICU units as well as PCU
• Utilizes EPIC for charting, Alaris IV Pumps, Pyxis for medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors
• 12-hour night shifts from 7p-7a, with weekend rotation (6 shifts out of 12 over 6 weeks) and holiday coverage required
• Orientation includes one day of facility orientation and two departmental days

Requirements

• Active GA or compact RN license
• NIHSS, BLS, and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum of 2 years of recent ICU RN experience
• Proficient in trach care, chest tube management, PIV starts, glucommander, insulin and heparin drips, vasoactive medications, and management of invasive monitoring devices
• Experience with ventilators, arterial and central lines, and assisting with bedside procedures
• Experience with EPIC EMR and related ICU equipment preferred
• CCRN certification preferred but not required
• First-time travelers are encouraged to apply

Additional Information

• Collaborate within a supportive team environment including CNAs, secretaries, charge nurses, and a resource team
• 24/7 access to respiratory therapy, hospitalists, and intensivist support
• Must wear navy scrubs
• Culture of teamwork in a busy unit
• Free parking available on campus
• Holiday and weekend coverage is mandatory as scheduled