ICU Registered Nurse
Iron Mountain, MI
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level 4 ICU position in Michigan requiring a MI RN license and strong ventilator management skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 5-bed Intensive Care Unit (ICU) with 2 Intermediate Care (IMC) beds
• Patient population includes respiratory failure, septic shock, detox, DKA, A-fib, and arrhythmias requiring pacing
• Nurse to patient ratio is 2:1 in ICU and 3:1 in IMC, depending on acuity
• Common titratable drips used include Levophed, propofol, cardizem, esmolol, and insulin
• RNs are required to titrate drips and verify telemetry strips
• Respiratory therapy equipment includes vents, CPAP, BiPAP, and heated high flow
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts with every other weekend rotation (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Holiday coverage for 2 out of 3 major holidays required
• Must float to Med/Surg-Tele units and may cover ratios of 1:3-6 as needed
• Uses a computerized charting system (not Epic or Cerner); EMR experience is not specified
• RNs verify and sign off on telemetry strips for both ICU and MS units; training provided if needed
• Charge nurse role takes a full patient assignment; there are no nurse aides on the unit
• Must assist and troubleshoot with respiratory equipment when necessary
• Unit-specific orientation includes computer education and shadowing before independent shifts
• Dress code requires solid professional scrubs with no specific color
• Opportunity exists for on-call or standby shifts
• Local candidates within 80 miles are accepted with a reduced rate

Requirements

• Active MI RN license required by start date
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience in an ICU setting
• Current certifications: ACLS (AHA) and BLS (AHA)
• Demonstrated strength in ventilator management and use of ICU/respiratory equipment
• Must be willing and able to float to Med/Surg-Tele units as needed
• Prefer candidates with Trauma Level 3 or 4 experience or critical access/rural hospital background
• Two professional references required (at least one from a supervisor within the last year; one peer or supervisor within last 3 years)
• Must not have been a former permanent employee within the last 6 months

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