ICU RN – Neuro & Cardiovascular
Chandler, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with at least 3 years of recent ICU experience and an active AZ or compact license for a Level 1 trauma environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 32-bed Surgical ICU with trauma, neuro, and specialty neuro-surgery cases, as well as medical/cardiac ICUs and overflow units
• Level 1 trauma center treating patients over age 15, including falls, GSW, blunt trauma, MVA, CVA, status post-TPA, sepsis, ARDS, and COVID
• Nurse to patient ratios of 1:2 or 1:1 depending on acuity
• Required to work night shifts with 12-hour shift length
• Schedule requires 3 weekend shifts within a 4-week period; weekend shifts differ for day and night shifts
• Self-scheduling is available, with the manager balancing shifts as needed
• First to float, including to telemetry or sister facilities as needed, with float ratios of 1:3 or 1:4 on tele
• Use Cerner EMR; experience preferred but not required
• RNs are required to interpret telemetry strips with GE monitors and titrate a variety of critical care drips
• Respiratory therapists and intensivists are in-house 24/7; charge nurse on unit does not take patients
• Navy scrubs required
• Care for trauma, neuroscience, cardiovascular, and surgical patients in a high-acuity environment
• Float between surgical, medical/cardiac, and overflow ICUs as well as telemetry as needed
• There are no monitor techs or nurse aides; RNs interpret their own cardiac strips and perform full patient care
• Testing of sterile technique for Foley catheter and central line dressing changes is required on the first day
• Holiday coverage is expected, with the possibility of having only one holiday off per assignment
• Skills validation provided for trauma, neuro, and specialty devices during 1-2 days of orientation
• First-time travelers are welcome if all clinical requirements are met

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 3 years of recent ICU experience, including either neuro or cardiovascular experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; pending certifications not accepted
• Must pass a dysrhythmia exam (Relias) within 24-48 hours prior to acceptance, with a maximum of 2 attempts
• Pass/fail simulation lab on first day of orientation is required
• Experience with titration of drips, including sedation and vasoactive medications
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facilities within the past year

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