RN - ICU

Registered Nurse

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: ICU

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:00)

Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience working in a certified stroke center critical care unit preferred

License: Valid state RN license or compact RN license required

Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS

Must-Have:

• Minimum 9 months of travel experience required
• NIHSS certified (current certificate on file, obtained within 2 years of start date)
• Familiar with current stroke guidelines and performance measures for acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes
• Candidates must have experience with CRRT highly preferred
• Competency in assessing stroke signs and symptoms is required, such as BE-FAST
• Candidates should be familiar with IV-tPA administration and post-tPA monitoring
• Bedside dysphagia screening competency must be on file
• Experience with arterial line management, blood product administration, and care of ventilated patients is essential
• Management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure is expected
• Skills in emergency medications, interpretation of dysrhythmias, and ventilator management are crucial

The unit diagnoses include cervical surgery, craniotomy, brain tumor resection, strokes, head bleeds, sepsis, respiratory failure, and seizures. Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, and pharmacy, among others.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: 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.

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