Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Neuro Surgical ICU (NSICU) position in Asheville, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and proficiency with neurology patient care.

Details

• 12-bed Neuro Surgical ICU (NSICU) in a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Neurology patient population, including post-thrombectomy, TPA, and post-neurosurgery cases
• Procedures performed include CRRT, bedside EVD placement, and A-line monitoring
• Baxter pumps used on the unit
• Cerner EMR in use
• Night shift: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Self-scheduling with unit needs considered; 6 weekend shifts per scheduling period
• Travelers float first to other ICUs or step-down units

Requirements

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Neurology ICU experience strongly preferred
• Experience with CRRT, EVDs, and A-line monitoring is a plus
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required for candidates licensed in Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Provide critical care nursing to neurology patients including post-thrombectomy, TPA, and post-neurosurgery cases
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• 13-week travel contract