Neuro ICU Travel Registered Nurse
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring Level 1 trauma experience, EVD skills, and strong neuro assessment abilities.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 32-bed Neuro ICU in an acute care, Level 1 trauma hospital
• Patient population includes critical care neuro cases involving cranial surgeries, brain tumor removals, ablations, brain biopsies, complex spine surgeries, and scoliosis repair
• Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:2 in ICU and 4:1 if floated to tele units
• Utilizes Cerner EMR and Phillips monitors; ventilator management required
• 12-hour day shifts (7a–7p) with 4 weekend shifts per 4-week period and 2 of 4 major holidays
• Floating required to all ICU floors and Tele units; first to float as needed
• Charge nurse support available with no patient assignment
• Will float to Medical-Surgical Telemetry units as needed with adjusted patient ratios
• Day 1 includes a pass/fail exam on sterile technique with a study guide provided
• SIMs Lab skills verification required on Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes; failure may result in termination
• Charge nurse available for clinical support
• Steel grey scrubs required for Neuro ICU assignments
• No first-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Men must be clean-shaven for fit testing and all staff must have natural hair color and no facial piercings
• Holiday coverage is rotated with core staff

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at the time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience in a hospital with at least 450 beds
• Level 1 trauma experience mandatory
• Prior EVD and ICP monitoring experience required
• At least 3-6 months prior travel nursing experience required
• Strong neuro assessment skills required
• Must pass a dysrhythmia (DYS) exam prior to offer and pass sterile technique skills lab on Foley insertion and central line dressing changes during orientation
• Candidates may not have been employed by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health within the past year
• Must live at least 50 miles from facility (driver’s license required as verification)
• 2 professional references required: one supervisor from the last 12 months and another peer or supervisor from the past 3 years

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts