Critical Care Unit (CCU) Registered Nurse
Carroll, IA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a CCU/ICU position requiring an IA or compact RN license, with ACLS and BLS certifications and night shift availability.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) within an acute care hospital setting
• 6 CCU beds with the ability to flex and accommodate MedSurg and Peds patients as needed
• Nurse-to-patient ratios target 1:2, but may be up to 1:4 depending on patient acuity and census
• Care for critical care patients including CHF, pneumonia, COPD, sepsis, DKA, and receive central line insertions, thoracentesis, and paracentesis procedures performed by providers
• 12-hour night shifts with a 6-week cyclic schedule; three 12-hour shifts per week starting at 7pm
• Weekend rotation required every third weekend, with some flexibility on days
• Holiday coverage will be required according to contract duration and season
• Floating to MedSurg and Peds as needed, with possibility to cross train in behavioral health and ER
• No hospitalist or intensivist in house; RT coverage during days, CCU nurse and house supervisor manage respiratory needs during nights and weekends
• No dedicated monitor techs; CCU nurses are responsible for telemetry monitoring
• Uses MEDITECH EMR system
• Main responsibilities include managing critically ill patients, titrating drips, and assuming charge duties when needed
• Expected to participate in unit quality projects and initiatives
• Dress code allows grey, black, pink, or white scrubs in any combination
• Physical med drawer keys must be checked out and returned each shift; lost keys are subject to a replacement fee
• Two 12-hour shifts of unit-specific orientation provided
• Supportive team culture with an emphasis on collaboration and a positive work environment

Requirements

• Active IA or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 3 years of CCU experience and 1 year of travel nursing experience preferred
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications from AHA required
• Experience with titrating drips such as Cardizem, insulin, and norepinephrine
• Must be able to care for both adult and pediatric populations as needed
• Comfort with respiratory equipment including CPAP, Bipap (V60), Vapotherm, and Hamilton ventilator
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Willing to float to MedSurg and Peds units

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