RN - ICU

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit (Day Shift)

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit (Day Shift) in Downey, California.

Location

Downey, CA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

This position requires 12-hour day shifts (07:00 - 19:30), every other weekend, and possible floating to DOU, Tele or Med Tele units. No RTO is allowed during the first two weeks, and a maximum of 3 days RTO is permitted thereafter. Candidates must be willing to work holidays.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) will provide critical care to adult and geriatric patients. The candidate will be responsible for assessing patient conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role includes the management of multi-system organ failure, cardiac drips, ventilator support, and performing advanced procedures as required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret dysrhythmias and patient vital signs.
• Administer medications and manage IV drips, including titration of cardiac and vasoactive medications.
• Perform advanced patient care procedures, including arterial line management, central line care, and PICC line management.
• Support patients with chronic and acute renal failure.
• Manage care for ventilated patients, including BiPAP and CPAP management.
• Participate in infection prevention measures and adhere to isolation precautions.
• Conduct EKGs and interpret ABGs.
• Assist in the management of emergency medications and procedural sedations.
• Administer blood products and assist with surgical wound care.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an ICU or CCU environment.
• Preferred experience includes charge nurse roles and traveling experience.

Certifications/Licensure

• Active California RN license.
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, CPI, MAB or VIP, NIHSS.
• CCRN certification is preferred.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA's Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we've built a reputation on more than just placements — we've built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.