Coronary Care ICU RN
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular ICU position involving Level I trauma care and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 24-bed Cardiovascular ICU (Coronary Care Unit) within an acute care hospital setting
• Patient population includes cardiac surgery recovery, lung and thoracic transplant, Empellas, IABP, CRRT, ECMO, and other high-acuity cases
• High patient acuity with frequent 1:1 and 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratios
• Utilizes Phillips telemetry and Cerner EMR
• Required to float to other ICUs, all Tele units (ratio up to 4:1 on tele), and to alternate campuses as needed
• Intensivist coverage during the day and on call at night
• Work schedule consists of 12-hour night shifts (7pm-7am) with at least 3 weekend shifts every 4-week schedule and holiday rotation
• Scrub color is navy
• Primary duties include managing complex cardiovascular patients post-surgery and performing frequent bedside procedures
• No second interview required; initial clinical prescreening conducted
• Expect a two-day floor orientation and 12 hours of general orientation
• Travelers are prioritized to float before permanent staff
• Holiday shifts are based on unit needs and built into the rotation
• Must pass additional educational modules on lifts, restraints, and wound care as part of orientation
• Pharmacy and respiratory therapy available 24/7
• Candidates failing the SIMs Lab or dysrhythmia exam after two attempts will not be eligible for positions in the system for six months
• First-time travelers are accepted if all skill and test requirements are met

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU nursing experience with Level I trauma experience required
• ACLS and BLS certifications required; CCRN preferred
• Must pass a dysrhythmia (Relias) exam prior to offer (two attempts allowed)
• Must pass SIMs Lab skill assessment on day one for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
• Strong IV skills required as there is no dedicated IV team
• Must not have been employed by the hospital's system (CommonSpirit, CHI, Dignity) in the past year
• Must meet a 50-mile radius requirement from the facility for eligibility
• Professional references required: one supervisor from the past 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the past 3 years
• Must submit a copy of driver's license for consideration
• Natural hair color and no facial piercings permitted; men must be clean-shaven for fit testing

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