Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Neuro-ICU position in Nashville, TN, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and active ACLS and BLS certifications.

Details

• 16-bed Neuro-ICU unit located on the 2nd floor of a hospital in Nashville, TN
• Patient ratios are typically 2:1, with 1:1 or 3:1 possible depending on acuity and staffing
• Equipment used includes ventilators, EVDs, CRRT, SLED, and EV1000
• Documentation system is Meditech
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Minimum of 4 weekend shifts required per 4-week schedule block
• Self-scheduling is available to an extent, with the manager adjusting shifts to balance the schedule
• Contract staff are first to float; floating to med/surg is expected if staffing needs require it
• Unit secretary is available during day shift only; occasional nurse extern may work as a tech

Requirements

• Active RN license — TN state license or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS and ACLS (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of the start date)
• NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required if the candidate is from Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Procedures performed on the unit include central line insertion, arterial line insertion, lumbar punctures, chest tube insertions, and EVD insertions
• Navy scrub tops and bottoms are required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• 13-week travel contract