ICU Registered Nurse
San Bernadino, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week ICU assignment in California requiring an active CA RN license and strong critical care skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 36-bed ICU within an acute care hospital setting
• ICU patient population includes cardiac, post-op cardiac, sepsis, ETOH, stroke, CABG, balloon pumps, cath lab patients, general medical surgical ICU, and select post-operative cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:2 or 1:1 depending on acuity
• 12-hour day shifts with every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) required
• Required to float to Telemetry and ER for ICU holds as needed
• Cerner PowerChart is used for charting
• Drips include vasopressors, nitro, and heparin; ventilator management required
• Unit is supported by in-house hospitalist or intensivist 24/7, RT and Pharmacy available 24/7
• No nurse aides, but unit techs are present
• Expected to provide skilled and compassionate ICU nursing care, prioritizing patient satisfaction
• Travelers are first to float when necessary
• Holiday coverage is required alongside permanent staff; be prepared to work holidays as needed
• Navy blue scrubs required for all shifts
• Unit-specific orientation provided, including one day on ICU and one shift on Telemetry/stepdown
• Travelers are not assigned fresh open-heart or craniotomy cases
• No previous direct employment with the affiliated health system within the past year

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required—pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum of 2 years of recent ICU experience (3 years preferred unless coming from a large institution)
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (CCRN preferred)
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years
• Copy of driver's license must be provided for consideration
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Must pass dysrhythmia (Relias) and sterile technique clinical testing prior to and during orientation

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