Join a leading acute-care hospital in Bangor, ME, as a Registered Nurse in the ICU. This contract position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, providing care to a diverse patient population. With a focus on critical care, you will be part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare.
General Information:
Patient Types: Medical, Surgical, Trauma, Neuro, Ortho, Interventional patients. Experience with ICP monitoring, External Ventricular drain (EVD), spinal precautions, DKA, multi-system trauma patients, Sepsis, ARDS, COVID, PNA, COPD, and Stroke is essential.
Patient Ratios: 1:2 based on acuity (may have a 3rd patient as one is being discharged or moved to the floor).
Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS. PALS is preferred (travelers may float to PICU if experienced and hold PALS certification).
Skills Required: Charge experience is important; include in offer info if candidates have/have not worked in a CRN capacity. Neuro and Trauma experience are absolute musts—EVD & ICP monitoring, ventilator management, critical care drips, drain management, stroke experience, hemodynamic lines (A-lines/CVP), cardiac rhythm recognition, chest tubes, and tracheostomy care. Strong assessment skills are necessary. PICU experience is preferred but not required.
Support on the Unit: Charge nurse: Unassigned (may have patients in a critical staffing situation). Resource Nurse/House Supervisor available 24/7, along with RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist support.
Charting System/Equipment: Cerner (preferred experience), Alaris, Pyxis.
Floating: May float to the Cardiac Care Unit (ICU), Cardiac Stepdown, or Medical Stepdown. PICU if they have Pediatric experience.
Orientation: General hospital orientation followed by one shift on the unit.
Scheduling: Weekend rotation every other week (Dayshift: Sat/Sun; Nightshift: Fri/Sat). No on-call requirements. Holiday expectations vary based on need; all holiday requests should be sent to the manager for approval.
Other Notes: Scrub color: Any solid color, must be professional. Free parking is available in designated areas.
GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you are a qualified Registered Nurse looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in the ICU, apply today!
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