Intermediate Medical Care Registered Nurse
Charlotte, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for an Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) night shift position requiring recent ICU experience and North Carolina or compact RN licensure.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Intermediate Critical Care Unit (IMC) of a hospital setting
• Patient population includes DKA, sickle cell, sepsis, respiratory distress, pneumonia, heart failure, and stroke
• Nurse to patient ratio is 1:4 in IMC and 1:6 when floating to Med Surg
• Specialized procedures include titration of cardiac drips, feeding tube management, and use of rapid response teams
• Uses Bipap, Cpap, Optiflow, Pyxis, and Epic systems
• Shift is 12-hour nights, 18:45 - 07:15, with at least four weekend shifts per six-week schedule
• Self-scheduling with manager approval
• Floating required as needed to Med Surg units
• The unit operates as part of the hospital's Rapid Response team
• Primary responsibilities include advanced monitoring, cardiac drips, and managing complex patient needs
• Orientation on unit is 36 hours
• Navy or navy and white scrubs required
• No RTO (requested time off) allowed after booking and all missed shifts must be made up within the same week or by extending the contract
• Locals are accepted at the same rate

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license
• Minimum of 2 years recent ICU experience required
• ACLS and BCLS certifications required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Experience with IV starts, telemetry, titration of cardiac drips, heparin protocols, and cardiac telemetry required
• First-time travelers are welcome

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