Medical-Surgical ICU RN
San Antonio, TX
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: RN - ICU (MSICU)

Location: San Antonio, Texas
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Facility Overview

• Unit: MSICU (7C)
• Facility Type: Acute care hospital with a broad range of specialties including cardiology, cancer care, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology, and orthopedics
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Shift Times: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM / 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Weekend Schedule: Rotating
• Call Requirements: None
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Floating: All travelers are required to float within the hospital

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) in ICU
• Minimum Years of ICU Experience: 2-3 years (higher value applied)
• Licensure: Active Texas RN License (Temporary licenses NOT accepted)
• Certifications Required:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NIH Stroke Certification

Preferred Skills

• Experience in MICU & MSICU settings
• Familiarity with Meditech charting and order entry

Procedures Commonly Performed on Unit

• Chest tubes
• Tracheostomies
• GI scopes
• Intubations
• Central lines and arterial lines
• NG tubes
• Foley catheters
• Dressing changes

Unit Policies & Guidelines

• Badge in/out required for each shift
• Full 30-minute lunch break mandatory
• Punctuality is critical: Clock-in time is 6:38 AM/PM; after 6:45 is considered tardy
• Dress Code:

  • Navy scrub top and pants; navy or white scrub jacket
  • Clean, healthy nails
  • Neat, clean hair with no extreme styles or colors
  • Facial hair must be clean and neatly trimmed
  • Tattoos should be covered whenever possible
  • Visible piercings other than ears are prohibited

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is NOT explicitly required for this role
• Strong critical thinking skills are essential

This position is ideal for experienced ICU RNs looking for a travel assignment in a well-established hospital with a supportive environment and clear professional standards.