RN – ICU/PCU Float

Scheduling Details

• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift Details: 4x12s (18:45 – 07:15) or 3x12s available
• Charting: Experience with EPIC required
• Floating: Staffing needs are re-evaluated every 4 hours, with the potential to float 2-3 times per shift
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week scheduling block
• Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday during the contract
• First-Time Travelers Accepted: Yes
• Local Candidates Accepted: Yes, subject to radius rule
• Requests for Time Off: Must be included with submission
• Call Off Policy: Facility can call off 1 shift every 2 weeks

Required License & Certifications

• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required
• Pending Licenses Accepted: Yes, if from a non-compact state
• Active Virginia State or Compact RN/LPN license required for submission

Required Clinical Skills

• IV therapy: Arterial line management, central/PICC line care, blood product administration, IV initiation & maintenance
• Respiratory support: BiPAP & CPAP management, care for ventilated patients
• Medication administration: Continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, titration of cardiac & vasoactive drips
• Wound care: Management of surgical wounds with drains or wound vacs
• Cardiac monitoring: Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Endocrine/metabolic: Adherence to IV insulin protocols
• ICU experience required
• Experience at a large Level 1/2 facility preferred
• 2+ years of nursing experience preferred

Unit Details

• PCU Average Patient-to-Nurse Ratio: 5:1
• ICU Average Patient-to-Nurse Ratio: 2:1

About This Opportunity

This position offers the chance to work in various ICU and PCU units, providing critical care to patients while being part of a dynamic healthcare environment. As a critical care nurse, you will play a vital role in patient recovery and overall care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.