MICU Registered Nurse
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical ICU position requiring a compact or OH RN license, with strong critical care and EPIC EMR skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) caring for adult and geriatric patients
• Treats patients with diagnoses such as oncologic emergencies, COPD, pneumonia, ARDS, GI bleeds, neuromuscular disease, drug overdose, pulmonary hypertension, autoimmune disorders, and sepsis
• Common procedures include mechanical ventilation, pulmonary artery catheter placement, CRRT, arterial pressure monitoring, cardiac monitoring, chemotherapy administration, central venous catheter care, bronchoscopy, and endoscopy
• Uses specialized equipment including ventilators and pulmonary artery catheters
• Documentation via EPIC is required
• 12-hour night or rotating day/night shifts available, with shift assignments based on departmental needs
• No floating, call, or specific weekend details provided
• Perform advanced critical care interventions and complex medication regimens for high-acuity patients
• Participate in clinical trials and chemotherapy administration as per patient needs
• All candidates must promptly complete OH fingerprinting upon assignment confirmation
• Locals are accepted at the same rate as travelers
• RTO (scheduled time off) must be disclosed at the time of application
• Team-supported environment with a mix of advanced and chronic care cases

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of recent MICU experience
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Proficient with mechanical ventilators and IV starts
• Proven EPIC EMR experience required
• Education from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Two professional references required, with one from a supervisor or manager
• First time travelers will not be considered
• Must not have been a permanent employee of this health system within the past 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