Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care
Charlotte, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Neuro Intermediate Care Unit. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong ability to work within a team, meet behavioral expectations in interactions with patients and staff, and maintain adherence to our call-off policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Titrate LEVO as required.
• Provide specialized care for neuro and medical intermediate patients.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret dysrhythmias, and manage cardiac emergencies.
• Administer IV insulin and manage titration of insulin drips.
• Conduct feeding tube care and management.
• Perform Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) and manage pre/post hemodialysis patients.
• Administer blood products and manage central and peripheral lines.
• Implement heparin protocols, manage PCA, and utilize thrombolytic agents.
• Provide care for patients undergoing craniotomy, CVA, and other neurological procedures.
• Assist with tracheostomy care and ventilated patient management.
• Follow isolation precautions and provide wound care as necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience, with a preference for neuro experience.
• Experience as a first-time traveler is not accepted; local candidates may apply.
• Eligible candidates must have EPIC experience.
• Certification in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS is required.
• Comprehensive skills in cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and medication administration.
• Experience with surgical drains and managing patients post-neurosurgery is preferred.
• Additional certifications such as CCRN, TNCC, and CPI are a plus.

Schedule

This position requires 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15. The average nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4, with a maximum daily census of 24 patients. Candidates are required to work a minimum of 3 weekend shifts every six weeks.

Unit Orientation

New hires will undergo a 32-hour orientation, which includes an 8-hour computer class and two shifts on the unit following initial hospital orientation.

Uniform

Scrubs are not provided; a combination of navy blue and white is required.

Interview Availability

Interested candidates should provide their availability for interviews within the next 72 hours.