Travel RN - ICU

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with strong neuro experience for a night shift travel contract in Chesapeake, VA, requiring Epic proficiency and a VA or Compact RN license in hand. Requirements Active VA or Compact RN license in hand — no exceptions Current BLS and ACLS certifications required via American Heart Association NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required Strong neuro experience required, including post-neurosurgical care, external ventricular drain (EVD) management, and stroke Proficiency with vents, IV drip titration, telemetry monitoring, conscious sedation, dysrhythmia management, and emergency management 3 years of critical care (CC) experience preferred; strong candidates with less experience will be considered Travel nursing experience preferred Epic EMR proficiency required Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — Driver's License required for address verification Two professional references required for consideration Copy of Driver's License and Social Security card required for consideration No license or background incidents will be considered Responsibilities ICU setting within a regional medical center in the Chesapeake, VA area Patient population includes neurosurgical, post-stroke, respiratory failure, renal failure, post-surgical, trauma, sepsis/MODS, heart failure, and post-cardiac cath patients Patient ratio of 1:2–3 Night shift, 7p–7:30a, with schedule options of 3x12 or 4x12 Every other weekend (EOW) required Holiday coverage required within the contract period Floating required to the Stepdown Unit; may also float to ED or Med/Surg to care for ICU-held patients Epic EMR — proficiency required, no exceptions 13-week contract Provides critical care nursing to a diverse ICU population with a strong emphasis on neurosurgical and neurological cases Chesapeake is located in coastal Virginia, minutes from Virginia Beach and Norfolk, with abundant outdoor recreation including hiking trails and waterways First-time travelers may be considered for strong candidates Benefits High Pay and Bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options 401(k) Plan Weekly Payroll Deposit Free Online CEUs Generous Housing Allowance Travel and Licensure Reimbursements Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy Traveler Rewards and Discounts #J-18808-Ljbffr American Traveler