Neuro/Trauma ICU RN
Evansville, Indiana
INEVA Ascension St. Vincent Evansville

Job Opportunity: STICU Nights (RN Neuro/Trauma ICU)

Location: Evansville, Indiana
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit and Patient Population

• Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center
• Focus on Adult Trauma Population, Post Surgical Management for General Surgery, Vascular Surgery (e.g., Carotid), and Neuro Surgery
• Patient ratio: 1:1 to 1:3
• Unit size: 8 beds

Shift Details

• Night shift: 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Indiana
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience
• ICU experience within the last year
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association
• NIHSS certification or competency

Health and Immunization Requirements

• MMR: Documented proof of two vaccines or positive IGG titer; no declinations accepted
• Varicella: Documented proof of two vaccines, serological immunity, or verified history; no declinations accepted
• Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted
• Hepatitis B: Vaccination series completion or signed declination
• Influenza vaccine: Optional; if declined during flu season, mask required
• TB screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA within required timeframes; if positive, negative chest X-ray and annual TB questionnaire required
• Fit test for respiratory protection, updated annually
• Health statement or physical exam prior to assignment and updated annually
• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter

Documentation and Onboarding Requirements

• Professional resume/profile and at least two professional references prior to assignment
• Criminal background check including SSN trace, OIG search, National Sex Offender, and others within 30 days prior to start; updated annually or after break in service >90 days
• Employment verification for past 7 years, updated annually or after break in service >90 days
• Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days prior to start; updated after break in service >90 days
• Signed assignment agreement required before onboarding
• Onsite onboarding including nursing contingent worker orientation and badge photo (forward-facing headshot, white or blue background, no filters)
• Confirmation of assignment documentation on agency letterhead with accurate start/end dates

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not specified as required
• Optional unit-specific checklist may be requested by unit leader within one week of start
• All exams and certifications must meet minimum passing scores and have limited attempts as noted
• Compliance with all required documentation and health screenings is mandatory for assignment clearance

This position is ideal for experienced Neuro/Trauma ICU RNs seeking a night shift role in a trauma center environment with a focus on adult trauma and post-surgical care.