Critical Care Float RN
Augusta, GA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Critical Care Float - Registered Nurse

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Summary

• Float primarily in ICU with potential floating to Med-Surg (MS), MS Telemetry, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Neuro ICU, and Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) units.
• Patient population: Adults to Geriatrics.
• Shift options: 36 or 48 hours guaranteed.
• Nurse-to-patient ratios:

  • ICU: 1:2-3
  • PCU: 1:4-5
  • MS/MS Tele: 1:5-6
• Electronic Health Record system: Epic (required).
• Other systems: Pyxis, SBAR.
• Scrub color: Navy Blue.
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days per contract.
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend (approx. 6 weekends in a 13-week contract).
• Floating: Required.
• Call: None.
• Holiday work expectations:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it.
  • If 2 major holidays, expected to work both.
  • If 3 major holidays, expected to work 2.
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day.
• Compliance with orientation and credentialing required to start on time; delays may push start date by 2 weeks.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of specialty experience in critical care. First-time travelers accepted.
• Licensure: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia.
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIH Stroke Certification (if required by unit)
• Additional Certifications (may be required depending on unit):

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) for certain specialties (e.g., ER, PACU)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) if applicable
  • Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) course within a few months of hire (if applicable)
• Competencies:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (required by agency)
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (required for Telemetry, ICU, PCU, ER, and related units)
  • Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates)
• Background Checks: Must be completed and cleared prior to start, including education verification.
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 12 months of start.
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months. TB questionnaire updated annually.
  • Immunizations: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B series or declination.
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required.
• References: Two clinical references required.
• Work History Verification: Verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof of processing.
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated within 12 months.

Additional Information

• Floating primarily to ICU but may cover multiple units within the hospital.
• Must comply with dress and professional appearance policies.
• Must review and sign Code of Conduct prior to start.
• Orientation hours vary based on contract length.
• Locals accepted at the same rate.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required; first-time travelers are accepted.

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with critical care experience looking for a travel contract in Georgia with a variety of ICU and step-down unit exposure.