Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
York, PA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Neuro ICU Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Pennsylvania, York

Job Summary

• Position: Registered Nurse – Neuro ICU
• Location: York, Pennsylvania
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 - 07:15)
• Hours per week: 36
• Flexibility: Willingness to rotate day/night shifts is a plus
• Weekend and holiday coverage required (every other weekend and as needed)
• May be required to float to other units including ICU and acute care

Unit Description

• Neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit (NSICU) with 10 beds
• Patient population: Critically ill stroke patients (ischemic and hemorrhagic), non-traumatic neurosurgery and neurology patients 18+ years
• Provides post-operative care for neurosurgery and neuro-endovascular surgery procedures such as:

  • ICP monitoring
  • Care post IV and/or IA tPA administration
  • Mechanical thrombectomy
  • AVM repair, aneurysm repair, carotid stenting
  • Craniotomy
  • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
  • Ventilator management
  • Hemodynamic monitoring
• May care for COVID-19 patients
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania
• Minimum 2 years Neuro ICU experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Certifications:

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification (must be current)
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system
• Clinical experience with:

  • External Ventricular Drain (EVD) management
  • Intracranial Pressure (ICP) monitoring
  • Post-angiogram care
  • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
  • Carotid procedures
  • Embolization procedures

Screening & Onboarding

• Clinical pre-screening to determine fit before manager interview
• Maximum Return to Office (RTO) time: 7 days
• Background checks required including:

  • 7-year criminal background check
  • PA State Police PATCH search (must be finalized prior to start)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
  • PA FBI fingerprinting (must be completed within 1 year; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days)
  • Pennsylvania Child Abuse Search (must be completed within 5 years; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days)
• Education verification of highest degree required
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel within 1 year (for agency only)
• Professional references: 2 required within 3 years
• Employment application/resume required
• Annual skills checklist required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NP
• N95 Fit Test within 12 months, updated annually (approved mask types specified)
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or full vaccine series + declination form)
  • Measles (Rubeola) – 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters as needed
  • Mumps – 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters as needed
  • Rubella – 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters as needed
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters as needed
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days; PPD not accepted
• Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season or valid medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption/declination accepted

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (pass/fail) required within 72 hours of contract signing
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing required within 48 hours of contract signing

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Clear, professional passport-style photo for badge
• Completion and signing of facility documents including:

  • Code of Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Commitment to Health & Wellness
  • Non-Employee Affidavit
• Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules on PC/laptop prior to start (not available on mobile devices)
• New hire orientation must be completed by end of first day

Additional Notes

• One hardship shift may be required depending on assignment timeframe
• Candidate must be prepared for weekend and holiday shifts as needed
• Floating to other units may be required
• Facility is tobacco and fragrance free; candidates should be notified prior to submission

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Neuro ICU travel nursing assignment.