ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Scheduling Details and Expectations

• Shift Hours: 3×12-hour shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• Charting System: Experience with EPIC is required
• Weekend Requirement: Either every other weekend or a total of 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week schedule
• Requests for Time Off (RTO) and special scheduling must be included upon submission
• Call Off Policy: Facility has the option to call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday during a 13-week contract period
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted
• Local Candidates: Accepted, following specific radius criteria
• Pending Licenses: Accepted if a single-state license is held from a non-compact state; otherwise, an active Virginia State or Compact RN license is required

Required Certifications

• ACLS
• BLS
• NIHSS

Clinical Skills Requirements

• Previous experience in neurology required, specifically within a large Level 1 or Level 2 facility
• Proficient in cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with rapid response and code teams
• Competent in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and management of central and peripheral lines
• Experience with continuous IV paralytics, sedation, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Knowledge of CVA and acute stroke management, external ventricular drain (EVD) care, hypothermia protocols, ICP monitoring, lumbar drains, post-craniotomy, and post-neurosurgery management
• Respiratory skill set, including management of BiPAP/CPAP and care of ventilated patients

Unit Details and Floating Requirements

• Patient Ratios: 1 nurse to 2 patients
• Common Patient Diagnoses: Stroke, neurosurgery, and complex spine conditions
• Special Procedures: EVDs and therapeutic thermoregulation
• Floating: May be required to float to other areas within skillset

Hospital Highlights

This facility is a leading acute care organization located in a vibrant city known for its medical excellence and comprehensive specialty services. The institution is recognized for nursing excellence and is affiliated with a prominent school of medicine, making it a significant entity in the healthcare landscape.