ICU Registered Nurse
Mequon, Wisconsin
Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Ozaukee

Registered Nurse (RN) ICU - Long-Term Assignment

Location: Mequon, Wisconsin
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on an Acuity Adaptable Unit with a mix of ICU/IMC and Med/Surg patients
• Schedule includes every other weekend (EOW) and every other holiday (EOH)
• Must be willing to float onsite within skill set or to other sites within 40 miles if needed
• Nail policy: No artificial or acrylic nails; natural nails must be short (< 1/4 inch)

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Wisconsin
• Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) nursing experience, including ICU experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification or competency
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Intermediate Care (IMC) experience
• Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) nursing experience

Health and Safety Requirements

• Documentation of immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Two MMR vaccines or positive titer (no declinations accepted)
  • Two Varicella vaccines, serological immunity, or verified history (no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination
  • Tdap vaccination within the last 10 years (no declinations accepted)
  • Influenza vaccine recommended during flu season (exemptions accepted with mask requirement)
  • Two-step PPD or negative IGRA with annual TB questionnaire; if positive, chest X-ray within 1 year required
• Fit test for respiratory protection (preferred before start, can be completed onsite)
• Annual physical or statement of good health prior to first assignment
• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter

Testing and Competency

• Ascension Specialty Exam with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years
• Ascension Core Competencies including HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA topics, updated every 3 years
• Ascension EKG Exam with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years
• Ascension Epic Test-Out and Training Checklist with signed attestation

Documentation and Verification

• Professional resume/profile and at least two professional references required prior to assignment
• Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others within 90 days of start
• Employment verification for the past seven years, updated annually
• Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days of start
• Confirmation of assignment documentation with accurate start and end dates

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Floating may be required within the skill set or to nearby sites
• All certifications must be current and from recognized organizations (e.g., AHA for BLS/ACLS)

This position is ideal for experienced ICU nurses seeking a long-term assignment with a reputable healthcare provider in Wisconsin.