RN - ICU

Registered Nurse In IcuJob Type: TravelProfession: RNSpecialty: ICU (Intensive Care Unit)Duration: 13 WeeksShift: 12 Hours DaysHours per Shift: 12Experience: Minimum 2 Years in SpecialtyLicense: RequiredCertifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS; PALS PreferredMust-Have: Experience with ICP monitoring and ventriculostomy. Previous experience in a fast-paced facility. Ability to work as part of a team and maintain effective communication.Description: Telemetry, Labor and Delivery, Emergency, and Critical Care RNs will take a proctored Dysrhythmia Test onsite on day one. This is a pass/fail test. Holiday requests will be considered; however, they cannot be guaranteed. Units typically feature a 30-bed ICU with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1 to 1-2, with 90% of the time being a 1 to 2 ratio. Candidates must have experience with trauma patients, neuro-strokes, head injuries, and post-TPA patients. Candidates must be able to titrate vasopressors and sedation. The charge nurse does not take a patient assignment and is available 24/7. There is one unit tech for all 30 beds who primarily provides secretary services. Intensivist and respiratory therapists are available 24/7 in the unit. Respiratory therapy equipment, including vents, CPAP, and BiPAP, is available. Registered Nurses are required to interpret their telemetry strips, which are run by a unit secretary. Self-scheduling is not finalized until reviewed by management, and shifts are scheduled about six weeks in advance. Travelers may be the first to be adjusted in scheduling, as block scheduling is not implemented. Mandatory weekend coverage includes every other weekend. There is no call or standby requirement. Floating may occur to Progressive Care and Cardiovascular Intensive Care, telemetry, or medical-surgical units. Scrub color is navy. Unit-oriented and skilled-oriented training will be provided as needed. Candidates should be prepared to work hard and seek assistance as necessary in this fast-paced environment. The culture emphasizes teamwork and collaboration. The cancellation policy allows for up to four shifts to be canceled during a 13-week assignment. Charting is performed using the Cerner system. Candidates with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree are not required, but a nursing license is necessary. The trauma level is classified as 2. This role is within an acute care setting. The shift notes specify a 12-hour days schedule, working every other weekend and being the first to float as needed.We offer competitive benefits, including:Medical, dental & vision insuranceFree and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison supportPersonalized career consultant and "single point of contact" serviceIndustry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonusesFree tax return assistance for travelers401(k) Retirement PlanHealth Savings Account (HSA)Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)Supplemental Insurance PlansIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Wellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career Growth and Professional Development OpportunitiesDisclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.Job Board Disclaimer By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text "HELP" for more info, or "STOP" to unsubscribe. Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.