ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Overview

An opportunity exists for an experienced ICU Registered Nurse with a focus on Neuro patient care. The ideal candidate will possess the skills and certifications required to deliver high-quality care to patients with complex neurological conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide critical care for patients with diagnoses including ischemic strokes, hemorrhagic strokes, seizure disorders, craniotomies, complex spinal surgeries, aneurysm coilings/clippings, and thrombectomies.
• Monitor patients using advanced equipment such as intracranial pressure monitors, external ventricular drains, ventilators, and cerebral oximetry systems.
• Administer continuous sedation, vasopressors, and vasodilators.
• Utilize electronic health records (EPIC) and Pyxis for medication administration and documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, utilizing SBAR communication for effective handoffs.
• Participate in on-call rotations as assigned, with core staff prioritized for call coverage.
• Support first-time travelers in acclimating to the unit’s protocols and expectations.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Mandatory certifications: ACLS, BCLS, and NIH.
• Preferred certifications: CCRN.
• Maintain a staffing ratio of 1:2 during shifts.

Shift Details

This position requires working three 12-hour night shifts from 19:00 to 07:00.

Working Conditions

The role involves working in a Neuro ICU environment that supports advanced patient monitoring and care technologies, including having EEG technicians stationed on the unit and access to a CT scanner.

Holiday Requirements

The traveler is expected to work a designated number of major holidays based on the length of their assignment as follows:

• One major holiday: work one holiday.
• Two major holidays: work both holidays.
• Three major holidays: work two of the three holidays.

Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day.

Compliance and Orientation

All candidates must fulfill compliance requirements to ensure a timely start. Non-compliance may result in a delay of two weeks due to the bi-weekly orientation schedule.

Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.