RN - Registered Nurse - ICU - Neurology (Weekend Position)

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide specialized care in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care nursing with a focus on trauma, neuro, or cardiovascular patients.

Shift Information

Shift Type: Days

Shift Length: 12 hours

Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend or up to 3 weekends per month, depending on the unit's needs

Holiday Requirements: 1 holiday off during the assignment

Unit Information

This position will be based in a Surgical ICU that specializes in trauma and neuro surgery, with 32 beds available for critical care patients. The nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:2, but may adjust to 1:1 in more critical cases.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care in a busy ICU setting.

Administer medications, including titratable drips such as Propofol, Fentanyl, and Levophed.

Monitor and interpret vital signs and cardiac rhythms.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including hospitalists and intensivists available 24/7.

Participate in unit-specific orientation and ongoing training.

Float to other ICUs as needed based on unit demands.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of recent ICU experience.

Experience in either neuro or cardiovascular care is required.

Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.

A successful completion of the UNA Dysrhythmia Exam prior to acceptance is mandatory.

Pass/fail assessment in a Sim Lab during orientation.

Additional Notes

Self-scheduling is available; however, the manager may need to balance the schedule based on unit needs.

No additional on-call or standby requirements; however, low census may occur up to 3 times during the contract.

Expectations to validate skills for trauma, neuro, and specialty devices as needed.

Navy scrub color is required.

Join us in providing exceptional care to critically ill patients in a supportive and collaborative environment. Your expertise in ICU nursing will be invaluable to our team.

Thrive Staffing