ICU/CVICU Registered Nurse
Lake Havasu City, AZ
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,255/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse (ICU) - Travel Assignment
Location: Lake Havasu City, Arizona
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Weekly Hours: 36 hours guaranteed
Number of Openings: 1
Unit & Facility Overview
- Unit: ICU/CVICU (Blended ICU)
- Beds: 16
- Patient Ratio: 1:2
- Patient Population: Adult and Geriatric
- Trauma Level: III
- Equipment: Baxter pumps
- Electronic Health Record (EHR): Medhost
- Call Requirements: Yes
- Float Requirements: Intermediate Care Unit (primary RN), ED holding (as needed)
- Common Diagnoses/Treatments: STEMI, NSTEMI, COPD exacerbation, Sepsis, CABG, Valve repair/replacement, Acute Respiratory Failure, Atrial Fibrillation with RVR, Alcohol Withdrawal, Head Injury, Overdose, Stroke, Trauma, CRRT, TCAR & TVAR
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona
- Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience, including ICU experience within the last year
- Experience in Intermediate Care
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Additional Information
- Attendance Policy: One call-out allowed per contract; second call-out requires documentation and is reviewed case-by-case
- Shift flexibility: Candidates should indicate if they are flexible for day or night shifts; no block schedule requests, 48-hour shifts may be considered but not guaranteed
- Housing options are available
- Dress Code: Scrubs (specific color not stated)
- Patient care includes managing complex critical care cases with a variety of acute and chronic conditions
- Candidates must submit a full packet including resume, self-assessment, and skills checklist
Location Highlights
- Community hospital and regional referral center with Joint Commission accreditation
- Certified Chest Pain Center
- Outdoor recreation opportunities: fishing, golfing, swimming, hiking
- Nearby major cities: Las Vegas (~2.5 hours), Phoenix (~3.25 hours), Grand Canyon (~3.5 hours), Los Angeles/San Diego (~5 hours)
This position is ideal for an experienced ICU RN seeking a travel assignment in a scenic location with a diverse patient population and a supportive team environment.
Employer
LifePoint
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About Lake Havasu City, AZ
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Lake Havasu City, AZ here's what you should know:- Lake Havasu City's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 105°F, and in winter, average lows are around 42°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Lake Havasu City, with options ranging from apartments to vacation homes.
- The city is car-friendly with ample parking and minimal traffic.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- The population is relatively diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include skin cancer due to the sunny climate.
- Lake Havasu City has a growing population of travel nurses.
- The city offers a variety of outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking.
- There are also numerous restaurants, bars, and shops, as well as events related to art, music, and sports.
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