Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Ventura, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 4, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Trauma/Neuro ICU position in Ventura County requiring at least 3 years of experience, a CA RN license, and hands-on trauma and neuro ICU background.

Details

• Trauma/Neuro ICU setting within a hospital environment
• Patient population ranges from adolescents to geriatrics
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2
• Schedule is nights, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Floating within the service line is required
• Charting is done in Cerner

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience required
• Trauma ICU and Neuro ICU experience both required — must be reflected in work history
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and TNCC or TCAR
• Preferred certifications: CPI, MAB
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Proficiency in dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with multi-system organ failure, CVVHD/CRRT, and arterial line management
• Experience with ICP monitoring, external ventricular drains (EVD), and post-neurosurgery care
• Experience with spinal cord injury and TBI management
• Experience with ventilator management, BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with IV insulin protocols, vasoactive drip titration, and continuous/procedural sedation
• Experience with central line/PICC line care, blood product administration, and port access
• Experience with chest tube assist, wound vac, surgical wounds with drains, and suctioning (ETT/NT)

Additional Information

• The unit conducts extensive chart audits — strict accuracy and integrity in charting and assessments is critical
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Travel pairs will not be accepted
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years are required for consideration
• All time off and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration