ICU Nurse (Neuro & Cardiovascular)
Chandler, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a Level 1 trauma center position requiring recent ICU and neuro or CV experience, active AZ or compact RN licensure, and advanced certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Level 1 trauma acute care ICU with medical, surgical, trauma, neuro, and cardiac patients
• Units include Surgical ICU, Trauma Neuro Surgery ICU, and Medical/Cardiac/Overflow ICU
• 32-bed SICU and 36-bed Medical Cardiac ICU plus 12-bed overflow unit with 1:1 to 1:2 nurse-patient ratios
• Patient population includes trauma (falls, GSWs, MVAs), neurosurgery (crani, CVA, post-TPA), cardiac surgery, sepsis, ARDS, DKA, COVID, and vascular cases
• RNs titrate a variety of drips including Propofol, fentanyl, vasopressors, and insulin
• No monitor techs—RNs interpret their own cardiac strips on GE monitors
• EMR: Cerner (experience preferred)
• Respiratory therapists and intensivists in-house 24/7, charge nurse available
• Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, with self-scheduling and up to 3 weekends per month required
• First to float among all ICUs and to telemetry as needed (1:3-1:4 ratios)
• RNs are responsible for titrating complex medication drips and interpreting cardiac strips
• Orientation includes 1-2 unit-specific days with skills validation for trauma, neuro, and specialty devices
• RNs must wear navy scrubs
• Holiday coverage may be required, with up to one holiday off per assignment
• No additional call or standby required, but low census may occur
• First-time travelers are welcome if they meet experience qualifications
• Candidates failing key clinical or skills assessments may be disqualified for 6 months

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at the time of consideration
• Minimum 3 years of recent ICU experience required, including neuro or cardiovascular ICU exposure
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must pass the UNA Dysrhythmia Exam within 24-48 hours prior to offer (maximum 2 attempts)
• Must pass a skills validation Sim Lab on day 1 of orientation
• Must provide two professional references: one supervisor from the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years
• Must provide a copy of driver’s license for residence verification
• Must live at least 50 miles from the facility for eligibility
• No full-time, part-time, or PRN employment with 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