SICU Registered Nurse
New Orleans, LA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - SICU

Job Details:

• High acuity ICU with 1:2 patient ratio for days, nights, and weekends
• Float requirement to other ICUs and SDUs
• Self-scheduling with weekend coverage required
• 24 hours of orientation provided
• Care for adult and geriatric patient populations
• Daily census of 28 patients with 32 beds available
• Epic charting system experience required
• 2 years of experience in specialty required
• Travel experience required
• Must live over 65 miles from facility (no local travelers accepted)
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale
• CVICU skills include caring for post-op CABG, valve replacement/repair, aortic dissection, IABP, PA catheter management
• SICU skills include general post-op care for surgical recovery patients
• Transplant recovery experience required for liver, heart, lungs, kidney, and pancreas patients
• Experience with Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy required
• Preferred experience with PA catheters and balloon pumps
• Emergency team assignment possible during emergency events with expectation to stay at facility
• No call-in policy strictly enforced
• Compact or Louisiana license required upon submittal

Facility:

This major academic medical center operates a comprehensive surgical intensive care unit that handles a diverse patient population including cardiac surgery patients, transplant recipients, general surgery cases, and medicine/cardiac overflow patients. The facility features state-of-the-art equipment and provides interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, social services, pharmacy, and unit secretary services. The organization maintains high standards for critical care and specializes in complex surgical and transplant cases.

Location:

New Orleans, LA

New Orleans offers a unique cultural experience with its rich history, vibrant music scene, world-renowned cuisine, and distinctive architecture. The city provides an exciting work-life balance with numerous festivals, entertainment venues, and recreational opportunities along the Mississippi River and nearby Gulf Coast.