Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg ICU position at a Level I Trauma Center, requiring at least 2 years of recent ICU experience and active NE or Compact RN licensure.

Details

• Acute care setting in a Med/Surg ICU unit at a Level I Trauma Center serving as the primary tertiary hospital for the system
• 34-bed unit serving adult and pediatric patients (15 years and older) with diagnoses including respiratory failure, ARDS, MODS, sepsis, stroke, cardiogenic shock, renal failure, GI bleeds, and cancer-specific surgeries
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:1–2 (ICU), 1:4–5 (PCU), and 1:5–6 (Med/Surg)
• RNs are required to titrate drips including vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics
• Equipment used includes CVPs, A-lines, Swans, EV-1000, ICP monitoring, Zoll Thermoguard, BellMont rapid transfuser, and vents/CPAP/BiPAP/high-flow oxygen
• RNs must be able to independently read and interpret cardiac monitoring strips using Draeger heart monitoring with centralized telemetry (no monitor techs on unit)
• Charting via Epic EMR
• 12-hour day shifts (0630–1830) and night shifts (1830–0630); schedule is manager-assigned based on unit needs
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required for 2 out of 3 major holidays, or every other, based on unit needs
• Floating required to all inpatient units excluding Maternity/NICU
• Charge nurse is present on each shift, attends RRTs and codes, and does not take a patient assignment
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available at a 1:18 ratio

Requirements

• Active NE state or Compact (NLC) RN license required; pending licenses will not be accepted
• Active certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS; pending certifications will not be accepted
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac monitor strips required
• Driver's license required for consideration and used to verify residence is at least 50 miles from the facility
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, both must include dates of employment and eligibility for rehire
• Candidates must not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year (candidates employed PRN through outside staffing firms will be considered)

Additional Information

• Interview with unit leadership is required as part of the selection process
• Unit orientation consists of 2 unit/department-specific shifts, plus an open-book skills exam on the last day of orientation (Friday); a minimum score of 90% is required to pass — failure results in contract termination
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove them will result in contract termination
• Fast-paced unit with volume fluctuations; successful candidates will demonstrate critical thinking, a positive attitude, willingness to collaborate, and comfort asking questions
• Team environment includes collaboration with attendings, fellows, and residents
• RTO must be submitted upfront; no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, and no additional RTO will be approved after the assignment begins
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position