Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care
Columbia, SC
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality patient care in an Intermediate Intensive Care (IICU) setting. This role requires a dedicated professional with experience in critical care to manage adult patients requiring intensive monitoring and interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adult patients with a variety of medical, surgical, trauma, and neurology cases.
• Monitor patient status and administer interventions every 1-2 hours as needed.
• Manage medication, including the titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips.
• Perform cardiac monitoring, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias.
• Provide ventilator management and support.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Shift and Scheduling

• Work a night shift schedule of 3x12 hours (19:00 - 07:30).
• Commit to 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period.
• Be open to floating to other units or locations as required, based on competencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Registered Nursing experience, with at least 1 completed travel assignment.
• Prior experience in IICU or ICU settings with patient acuity ratios of 1:3.
• Current and active state RN license (SC or multistate license).
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS.
• Minimum 1 year of EPIC charting experience.

Patient Population and Unit Details

The IICU unit is designed for adult patients requiring intensive monitoring and care. The patients may experience traumatic injuries, various medical conditions, and neurology-related issues that necessitate frequent assessments and interventions.

Summary of Required Skills

• Proficient in cardiac monitoring and emergency response.
• Experience managing ventilators and acute patient care in critical settings.
• Strong medication management skills, particularly in critical care environments.

Additional Information

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients. Candidates should be prepared to adapt to the fast-paced nature of a critical care unit while delivering compassionate and evidence-based nursing practices.