RN - MICU

Registered Nurse - Intensive Care UnitJob Title: Registered Nurse - Intensive Care UnitProfession: RN Specialty: Intensive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 1 year(s) License: Active state license required Certifications: BLS, ACLSMust-Have: - Ability to interpret EKG strips - Experience with arterial and central lines - Proficient in care of ventilated patients - Advanced knowledge in titrating vasopressorsDescription: The unit consists of 20 beds. The nurse to patient ratio is 1 RN to 2 patients. Common diagnoses include Sepsis, ARDS, Pneumonia, AKI, alcohol withdrawal, and overdose. RNs are required to titrate drips, including a variety of vasoactive and cardioactive medications. There is a Charge Nurse and a House Supervisor on each shift. Charge Nurses are free as staffing allows. There is a patient care technician assigned to every 10 patients. Intensivists are present from morning to evening with telemedicine support during off-hours. RNs will troubleshoot respiratory therapy equipment such as vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow devices. Telemetry is monitored, but RNs are responsible for reading and interpreting their own EKG strips. Shifts are from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Every other weekend is required. Holiday requirements depend on staffing needs. Travelers may float, with guidelines for patient ratios in stepdown and general medical environments. Scrubs are not provided, and no specific colors are required, though sweatshirts are not allowed. Unit specific orientation includes time for learning the charting system, education sessions, and shadowing with a preceptor. The charting system used is EPIC.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 OpportunitiesAbout 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.