Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Carroll, IA
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated ICU Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will work in a 6-bed Critical Care Unit (CCU) providing care for patients requiring intensive monitoring and treatment. The role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Shift and Scheduling

• Shift: Nights (3x12 hour shifts)
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Orientation: Two 12-hour shifts
• Weekend Requirements: Every third weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)
• Holiday Requirements: 1 major and 1 minor holiday based on the seasonal schedule

Unit Information

• Unit Type: ICU (Intensive Care Unit)
• Nurse/Patient Ratios: Goal 1:2, may flex to 1:4 based on patient acuity
• Common Diagnoses: CHF, Pneumonia, COPD, Sepsis, DKA, and other critical care conditions
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Preferred Certifications: TNCC, NIHSS, PALS
• Experience Requirements: Minimum of 1 year in travel nursing and 3 years of CCU experience

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients.
• Administer medications, including titration of IV drips such as Cardizem, insulin, and norepinephrine.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members in a supportive manner.
• Manage telemetry monitoring for patients in the unit.
• Occasionally perform procedures as directed by providers, including central line insertions, thoracentesis, and paracentesis.
• Assist in maintaining unit efficiencies and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Remain flexible to float between the CCU and MedSurg/Peds units as needed.

Additional Information

• Scrub Color/Dress Code: Grey, Black, Pink, or White scrubs in any combination.
• Supportive work culture encouraging teamwork and individual growth.
• Responsibility to secure medication drawer keys before and after shifts.

If you are a passionate ICU Registered Nurse looking for a fulfilling career opportunity in a dynamic healthcare environment, we invite you to apply.