ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team in a Neuro ICU unit. This position requires a commitment to providing exceptional patient care for individuals with critical neurological conditions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage patients diagnosed with ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, seizure disorders, and those undergoing complex spinal surgeries and craniotomies.
• Administer and manage continuous sedation and vasopressor or vasodilator therapy.
• Perform and interpret intracranial pressure monitoring and cerebral oximetry assessments.
• Care for patients with external ventricular drains and support those on ventilators.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Utilize electronic health record systems (EPIC) and medication dispensing systems (Pyxis) for accurate documentation and medication management.
• Utilize SBAR communication for efficient handoffs and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Participate in patient education and support families during critical care experiences.

Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BCLS, and NIHSS.
• CCRN certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Previous ICU experience is highly valued.
• Able to float to different areas within the unit as needed.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Shift Details:

This position includes 3×12-hour night shifts from 19:00 to 07:00.

Holiday Requirements:

Traveling staff are expected to work during major holidays as follows:

• If one major holiday falls within the assignment period, you must work it.
• If two major holidays occur, you are expected to work both.
• If three major holidays occur, you are required to work two of the 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 Requirements:

Full compliance with certification and documentation is required to start on time. Non-compliance may result in a delay of up to two weeks due to the bi-weekly orientation schedule.

Work Environment:

Join a team that is committed to providing high-level care in a collaborative and supportive environment, equipped with advanced technologies such as CT scanners and EEG techs stationed on the unit.