Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Birmingham, AL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Medical ICU (MICU) night shift position in Birmingham, AL, requiring at least 2 years of ICU experience and proficiency in ventilator and pressor management.

Responsibilities

• 12-bed Medical ICU (MICU) at an acute care hospital in Birmingham, AL
• Patient population includes respiratory failure, diabetic emergencies, renal failure, and ventilator-dependent patients
• Patient ratio is 2:1
• Night shift: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• 36 hours per week
• Weekend requirement: at least every 3rd weekend, potentially more depending on staffing
• No on-call requirements
• Float requirement: all ICUs and ED for ICU holds
• EMR: Epic
• Provide critical care nursing to a complex medical ICU patient population
• SSN and DOB are required for consideration
• Navy scrubs required
• Fingernail overlays of any kind, including gel polish, are not permitted
• Certifications must not be expired or expiring within 30 days of the start date

Requirements

• Active AL RN license or a Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA-issued only; American Red Cross certifications are not accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Proficiency in pressor management and ventilator management required
• CRRT experience preferred
• Medical ICU experience preferred
• Sedation management experience preferred

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