Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Ellsworth, ME
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

General Information:

This position requires a minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year of critical care experience. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.

Unit Details:

The unit comprises a mixed acuity setting with 64 beds, including 9 ICU beds. Patient types may vary and may include:

• Ventilated patients
• Sepsis
• Pneumonia (PNA)
• Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
• Detox cases
• Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) exacerbations
• Surgical complications, including total joint replacements, appendicitis, colectomies, and urological procedures
• Patients with substance use disorders along with other medical issues
• Pediatric patients requiring overnight stays post-surgery (rare)

Patient Ratios:

The patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:3, adjusted based on patient acuity.

Required Certifications:

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

Essential Skills:

Successful candidates should possess experience with the following:

• Charge RN experience is highly preferred; however, first-time travelers willing to receive charge training will be considered.
• Care for chest tubes, tracheostomies, drains, and wound vacs.
• IV administration, patient-controlled analgesia (PCAs), and epidural care (rare).
• Management of insulin and cardiac infusions.
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac strips for both ICU and Medical/Surgical units.

Support on the Unit:

The unit includes the following support personnel:

• Charge Nurse who typically takes an assignment most shifts.
• Respiratory Therapists available 24/7.
• Hospitalist coverage is provided around the clock.
• An Intensivist is available for consultation on a rotating basis.
• Centralized telemetry monitoring technology is available.

Charting System:

Cerner is the electronic health record system utilized within the unit.

Floating Requirements:

The role may require floating to the Medical/Surgical unit or assisting in the Emergency Department, depending on patient needs:

• Floating to Med/Surg with a ratio of 1:5 during the day and 1:6 at night.
• Assistance in the ED may involve task-oriented roles or support functions.

Orientation:

New employees will undergo a general hospital orientation, complemented by online learning modules and practical training with the Clinical Education department. This includes:

• One shift on the unit followed by one additional shift for charge training, if applicable.

Scheduling:

• Weekend rotation required every other week, travel pairs will generally work the same weekends.
• Holiday availability is required.
• Time off requests must be approved by management.

Additional Notes:

• Scrub colors: Any professional color is acceptable.
• Free parking is provided for all staff.