Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Albuquerque, NM
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - ICU Neuro

Job Details:

• 36 or 48 hour weekly contracts available
• 1:2 patient ratios maintained for days, nights, and weekends
• 1.5 years of experience required
• First-time travelers accepted
• Weekend requirements vary based on unit needs
• Required certifications: ACLS, BCLS, NIH
• No on-call requirements
• May float to other ICUs, PCU floors, ED for admitted patients, and PACU for admitted patients
• Care for patients with TBI, SAH, SDH, tumor resections, status epilepticus, and other neurologic disorders
• Perform EVD insertions, neuro post-op care, A-line insertions, intubation, central line insertion, CRRT, post-TPA care, and post-thrombectomy care
• Must have ICP monitoring skills and experience with EVDs and CRRT equipment
• Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias required
• Black scrubs required
• Cerner charting system
• 24-hour orientation provided
• Block schedules may be accommodated but not guaranteed
• No locals within 75 miles accepted
• Pending license accepted
• RTO restrictions: greater than 7 days needs approval
• Facility may call off 3 times throughout 13-week assignment
• Overtime must be pre-approved and approval is rare
• RQI certifications not accepted

Facility:

This healthcare organization operates as a Level I Trauma Center and teaching hospital with a children's hospital component, providing short-term acute care services. The facility features 554 staffed beds and serves as a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center. The organization maintains strict compliance requirements and offers comprehensive interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretary services.

Location:

Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque offers a unique blend of rich cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty, situated in the high desert of New Mexico with the Sandia Mountains providing a dramatic backdrop. The city provides excellent outdoor recreation opportunities year-round, from hiking and skiing to hot air ballooning, while maintaining a lower cost of living compared to many other major metropolitan areas.