Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Winston Salem, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Registered Nurse to join our team in an Intermediate Care Unit. This unit caters to higher-acuity patients, and candidates must possess the skills necessary to manage complex medical conditions.

Job Responsibilities

• Caring for patients with severe and high-acuity health issues.
• Administering and titrating medications, including Levophed and Neo.
• Managing the use of telemetry and recognizing dysrhythmias.
• Involvement in Rapid Response Teams and application of IV insulin protocols.
• Conducting blood product administration and ensuring proper line management for central and peripheral lines as well as PICC lines.
• Providing comprehensive care for patients with respiratory needs, including BIPAP and high-flow nasal cannula.
• Maintaining isolation precautions and managing various types of tubes (chest tubes, tracheostomy).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an ICU or high-acuity unit.
• Required certifications: ACLS, BCLS, and NIH.
• Experience in administering and titrating vasoactive drips.
• Proficient in conscious sedation and has experience with telemetry monitoring.
• Ability to float to sister units as necessary.
• Must pass EKG testing prior to starting in this specialty.

Scheduling

• Shift: 12-hour days (06:45 - 19:15), 3 shifts per week.
• Target nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:3-4.
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend.
• Floating requirements as needed to the Integrated Critical Care Unit (ICCU).

Work Environment

This unit operates as a stepdown from ICU, handling patients with conditions such as respiratory distress, unstable hemodynamics, gastrointestinal bleeds, and post-operative recovery. The patient demographic includes adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Special Equipment and Systems Used

• Bedside telemetry monitors and remote backup systems.
• Utilization of Pyxis and Epic systems for medication management.

Scrubs

Navy and white scrubs, or a combination of the two, are required for this position.

If you are a highly skilled ICU Registered Nurse looking for a challenging and rewarding position, we encourage you to apply.