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

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled ICU Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care nursing and be prepared to manage patients with various acute medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients in a mixed acuity unit, including ICU and Med Surg level patients.
• Manage and monitor patients on ventilators, and those with sepsis, pneumonia, diabetes ketoacidosis, detoxification needs, congestive heart failure, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease exacerbations.
• Care for patients facing surgical complications post-procedures such as total joint replacements, appendicitis, colectomies, and small bowel resections.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team, including physicians and respiratory therapists, for optimal patient outcomes.
• Read and interpret cardiac strips per ICU and Med Surg Unit protocols.
• Administer medications and manage infusions, including insulin and cardiac gtts.

Patient Care Environment

• Patient-to-nurse ratio is based on acuity: 1:3.
• Ability to float to Med Surg with a ratio of 1:5 during the day and 1:6 at night as needed.
• Occasional support in the Emergency Department as a helper or assisting with tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year in an ICU setting preferred.
• Previous charge nurse experience is highly preferred, but candidates willing to be trained as Charge may be considered.
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS.

Skills Required

• Ability to perform procedures such as chest tube insertion, tracheostomy care, wound vacuum management, and intravenous therapy.
• Proficient in managing epidurals (rare), central venous pressure lines, and arterial line care/blood draws.
• Capability to interpret cardiac rhythms and provide appropriate interventions.

Orientation and Training

New employees will participate in a comprehensive orientation program, which includes online learning modules and hands-on training with clinical educators. Adjustments to the orientation schedule may be made based on staffing needs.

Scheduling and Expectations

• Weekend rotation of every other weekend is required.
• Holiday coverage will be expected as needed.
• Requests for time off must be approved by management.

Additional Notes

• Professional scrub attire is required; any color is acceptable as long as it is deemed appropriate.
• Free parking is available for all staff members.