Registered Nurse (RN)- Telemetry, ICU, or Emergency Room

Job Opportunity
Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Position Description
This position requires the selected candidate to be scheduled in accordance with facility policy, including working every other weekend and holidays in rotation with hospital staff.
Facility Overview
Located in North Charleston, SC, this facility features a 28-bed mixed ICU unit with an emphasis on patient-centered care. The unit operates under specific patient ratios of 1:2 and 1:3, accommodating holding inpatient PCU/med-surg admissions.
Unit Staffing and Equipment

Staffing: Registered Nurses (RNs)
Type of Equipment: i-mobile phones for each care team member and mobile computer workstations on wheels
Documentation System: Meditech
Scheduling Requirements
Three 12-hour shifts per week, including every other weekend. Please note that travelers are the first to float and may be assigned to the emergency department or PCU for patient care.
Patient Experience Expectations
Bedside shift report is utilized for patient handoff upon transfer of care.
Qualifications

Minimum of 36 months RN experience, with at least one year in an ICU setting
One successful travel nursing assignment, preferably in a facility using Meditech
Ability to care for 1 to 3 ICU patients, including comfort with patients on ventilators
Proficient in reading telemetry strips
Prior CVICU experience preferred
Advanced Skills and Procedures

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
Advanced Hemodynamics
Phlebotomy
Nurses administer respiratory treatments such as inhalers and nebulizers
Experience with post-operative CABG, Impellas, balloon pumps, Swan Ganz, and advanced hemodynamics
Neurological procedures for aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage
Experience with External Ventricular Drains (EVDs), bolts, and Artic Sun for induced hypothermia
Certifications Required

BLS

ACLS

NIH Stroke Scale Dress Code Required uniform: Navy uniform. Additional Information This position offers opportunities for training in Neuro ICU and Cardiovascular ICU nursing. Selected candidates will also gain experience with patients undergoing head and neck flap procedures. The unit prides itself on a supportive environment and teamwork, providing an excellent work-life balance. Community Highlights North Charleston, SC, boasts a rich historical context with numerous museums and monuments. The coastal city offers a variety of activities, including boat tours and kayaking, making it an attractive location for both work and leisure. Position Availability Number of Positions: 1 Position Creation Reason: Contractor Replacement