ICU Registered Nurse
York, PA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse - ICU (Travel/Contract)

Location: York, Pennsylvania
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Description

• Open Heart Intensive Care Unit (OHICU) is a 10-bed ICU caring for critically ill/postoperative cardiothoracic, cardiovascular, and general surgery patients aged 18 and older.
• Care includes invasive hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, arrhythmia monitoring/intervention, advanced cardiac life support, pacemaker/ICD management, IABP, CRRT, ventricular assist device (VAD), and ECMO.
• May care for COVID-19 patients.
• Floating to all ICU and med-surg floors as needed.
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum 2 years of Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) experience, including experience within the last year.
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nursing experience.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current ACLS certification.
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Work Schedule & Requirements

• Night shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM).
• Maximum return-to-office (RTO) time: 7 days.
• Weekends: Every other weekend (EOW).
• Holidays: As needed.
• No on-call requirements.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check required within 30 days of start; updated annually.
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse (Childline) Search required 3 business days prior to start; renewed every 5 years.
• Pennsylvania FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; results must be on file within 45 days of assignment start.
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search required within 1 year of start; must be finalized prior to start.
• Employment application and 2 professional references within 3 years required.
• Education verification of highest degree/diploma/transcripts required.
• Skills checklist required annually.
• Negative 9-panel drug test within 1 year of start (specific to agency requirements).
• Physical exam required within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
• Fit mask testing required within 1 year of start and updated annually; specific approved mask types must be used.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required with proof or exemption forms:

  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or full vaccine series)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (vaccines or positive titers)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption during flu season
  • COVID-19 vaccine or valid exemption/declination
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days of start; PPD not accepted. For positive results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire required.

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (AHA or ARC provider, RQI, or instructor with provider card).
• BLS (AHA or ARC provider, RQI, or instructor with provider card).
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (pass/fail, must pass first attempt).
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing required within 48 hours of signed contract.
• NURSYS verification for RN license.
• Additional certifications (PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification) as applicable per unit/job description.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (no masks, sunglasses, hats; religious headwear allowed).
• Completion and signing of facility-specific documents including:

  • Medical Statement Non-Employee Ability to Work form (within 90 days of start)
  • Commitment to Health & Wellness
  • Code of Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Non-Employee Affidavit
• Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules on PC/laptop prior to start (not on cell phones).
• New hire orientation required by end of first day.

Additional Notes

• Candidate will undergo a clinical pre-screen and manager interview before final approval.
• Must be aware of and prepared for the mandatory EKG competency exam pass requirement.
• Facility enforces tobacco and fragrance-free policy; candidates must be notified prior to submission.

This position offers a challenging ICU travel nursing opportunity requiring strong critical care skills, certifications, and compliance with extensive health and background documentation.