Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Utica, NY
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess 2+ years of experience in Intensive Care Units, including but not limited to SICU, CTICU, Trauma ICU, MS ICU, or Neuro ICU. Preference will be given to applicants with 4-5 years of ICU experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to patients in a fast-paced ICU environment.
• Utilize advanced equipment and technology, including CRRT and Prismaflex.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, implementing appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Float between units as required, excluding specific areas as directed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant ICU experience; 4-5 years preferred.
• Current AHA ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
• Active NY nursing license along with verification of all active RN licenses.
• Demonstrated travel experience is a must.
• Knowledge of EMR systems; experience with EPIC is required.
• Familiarity with specialty equipment such as IABP, CRRT, Ventriculostomy, and ICP monitoring.

Unit Information

The ICU comprises 42 beds, with divisions for Neuro/Med, CTICU, and Surgical/Trauma. Common patient diagnoses include:

• Neuro/Med: Strokes, Sepsis, Altered Mental Status, Respiratory Failure, Congestive Heart Failure, Post-STEMI.
• CTICU: Cardiovascular surgery cases, Cardiogenic Shock, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Surgery.
• Surgical/Trauma: Trauma cases, Major postoperative surgical patients.

Additional Information

Candidates should be prepared for floating to various units as necessary, with the exception of certain areas. The unit employs a block scheduling system; however, block scheduling cannot be guaranteed.