Neuro ICU Travel Nurse
Phoenix, AZ
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - ICU Neuro

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• 4 total weekend shifts per 4 weeks required
• Holiday work integrated into core staff rotation
• Patient ratio of 1:2 in ICU, 4:1 when floating to telemetry units
• Must have 2 years ICU experience (will consider 18 months if coming from Neuro ICU)
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• EVD (External Ventricular Drain) experience required
• First time travelers accepted
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Must pass DYS exam prior to accepting position (2 attempts allowed)
• Pass/fail exam on day 1 of orientation
• Complete SIMs Lab for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes (pass/fail)
• Required to float between all ICU floors and telemetry units
• 2 shifts floor-specific orientation provided
• May be placed on standby for scheduled shifts
• Must have strong neuro assessment skills and ICP monitoring experience
• Care for patients requiring critical care with neurological diagnoses
• Work with Cerner EMR system and Phillips monitors
• Must have own vehicle for travel
• Natural hair color required with no facial piercings
• Men must be clean-shaven for fit testing
• Scrub color requirement: steel grey for neuro floors
• Hospital can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

Facility:

This major medical center houses the world's largest neurological disease treatment and research institution, consistently ranked as one of the best neurosurgical training centers in the United States. The facility operates a 32-bed Neuro ICU with advanced capabilities including craniotomies, brain tumor removal and ablations, brain biopsies, complicated spine surgeries, and scoliosis repair. The hospital maintains Level 1 Trauma designation and provides 24/7 respiratory therapy and pharmacy services, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and technology to deliver comprehensive neurological care.

Location:

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix offers year-round sunshine and serves as a major metropolitan hub in the Southwest, providing excellent career opportunities in healthcare along with abundant outdoor recreation and cultural attractions. The city combines urban amenities with desert beauty, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and an active lifestyle.