ICU Registered Nurse
Metairie, LA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN with Epic, Impella, and CRRT/NXSTAGE expertise for critical care assignments requiring weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Work in the ICU of an acute care hospital environment
• Float to all ICUs and may be assigned to ED or PACU for ICU patient care, with occasional float to MS/PCU units
• Patient ratio typically 1:2, occasionally flexes to 1:3, and 1:4 on MS/PCU units
• Care for patients requiring advanced support including Impella and CRRT/NXSTAGE
• Day shifts (3x12 hours), 7:00–19:30
• Four weekend shifts required during each 4-week schedule
• Utilizes Epic EMR
• Equipment used includes Alaris IV Pumps, CADD PCA pumps, Servo I ventilators, Fresenius CRRT Dialysis machines, Edwards Lifesciences cardiac monitors, Medtronic EVD, Arctic Sun TMS, GE Monitors, Hill Rom Beds, Pyxis, and Veratron Bladder Scanner
• Nurses are responsible for all laboratory draws, initiating EKGs, and starting lines
• Must be prepared to care for COVID-19 and isolation patients; knowledge of N95 mask size is expected
• Floating may include support in MS/PCU units with adjusted patient ratios
• Limited to 5 days of requested time off (RTO) during the assignment
• First-time travelers may not be considered for this position

Requirements

• Active LA or compact RN license
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• CVICU experience highly preferred
• Experience with Impella and CRRT/NXSTAGE is mandatory
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, CPI, and NIHSS (CPI may be obtained onsite for a fee)
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must be able to perform lab sticks, EKGs, and line starts
• Compliance with a 75-mile radius rule is required
• Former permanent employees at any LCMC facility must have been separated for at least 1 year for consideration

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