Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU (STICU) position at an acute care hospital in Georgia, requiring ICU experience in a Level 1 or 2 trauma center and proficiency with specialized cardiovascular and critical care devices.

Details

• 20-bed Surgical ICU (STICU) in an acute care hospital setting
• Typical patient ratio is 2:1, with 1:1 ratios common for higher acuity patients
• Patient population includes neuro patients (including herniation and brain drains), ortho trauma requiring traction, cardiovascular device patients (balloon pumps, Impellas, EKOS), post-op open-heart CABG patients, open abdomen patients, and renal patients requiring CRRT
• An ECMO program is planned to launch during this assignment
• Medical ICU patients may be admitted to the unit when sister units are at capacity
• Charting system: MEDITECH
• Day shift, 12-hour shifts (7a–7p), every other weekend required
• 17-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license — Georgia state license or Compact RN license accepted
• Current certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Prior ICU or STICU experience in a Level 1 or Level 2 trauma center required
• Hands-on experience with specialized devices such as balloon pumps, Impellas, EKOS, and/or CRRT strongly preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration
• BSN not required

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Candidates who have been employed by this facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Time-off requests and scheduling accommodations are only honored if submitted and confirmed at the start of the assignment
• Orientation is 16 hours