Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Charleston, SC
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,221/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$900/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,321/week
Benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Referral bonus
- Continuing Education
- Life insurance
Description
Hospital: Trident Medical Center
Location: North Charleston, SC
Address:9330 Medical Plaza Drive
Unit: 65020 ICU
Building:
General Information
Unit Specifics:
- Number of Beds : 28- mixed ICU
- Patient Ratios : 1:1, 1:2, 1:3/4 -holding inpatient PCU/med surg admissions
- Unit staffing description- RNs.
- Type of equipment : i-mobile phones for each care team member, Mobile computer workstation on wheels
- Documentation system: Meditech
- Scheduling requirements: 3 - 12 hour shifts per week to include every other weekend
- Floating policy: Travelers are the first to float. Any traveler could be sent to the emergency department or PCU to take care of PCU or ICU holds.
- Patient Experience requirements: Bedside shift report is our method of patient hand off
Hospital Specifics-
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale
Hiring profile
Requested Skill Set: 36 months RN experience (will accept less), with at least one of those years in an ICU. One previous successful travel nursing assignment preferably in a facility that used meditech.
Must have: Ability to care for up to 1-3 ICU patients and have comfort in managing patients on the ventilator. Bedside shift report will occur on every patient with each transfer of care. Proficient in reading telemetry strips.
Advanced skills needed:
- CRRT
- Advanced Hemodynamics
- Phlebotomy
- Nurses administer breathing treatments outside of the ICU (Respiratory treatments: inhalers and nebulizers)
- Procedures performed on unit: Post op day 0 CABG (fresh heart from OR), impellas, balloon pumps, Swan Ganz, and Advanced Hemodynamics. Neuro procedures for aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, experience with EVDs, bolts, (Codman) and Artic Sun experience with induced hypothermia.
BSN preferred, Advanced Certifications preferred, TNCC certification preferred
Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NIH stroke scale
Dress Code: (Required uniform)
- Navy uniform
Employer
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
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Pros
Lots of job opportunities. “First in” for HCAs
Cons
Low OT and holiday rates
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About Charleston, SC
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.
- Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
- Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.
- Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.
- Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
- It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.
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