TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Wilson, North Carolina, 27893!
Job Title: RN
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: ICU
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 1.5 Years
License: RN License Required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS
Must-Have Skills/Experience:
EKG interpretation
Critical thinking skills
Knowledge of critical drips (vasopressors, sedation) titration knowledge
Description:
Orientation is bi-weekly.
Facility has 294 beds and is Joint Commission Accredited.
Services provided include cancer care, cardiac care, orthopedics, imaging, surgical services, and more.
The facility is located 45 miles east of a major city and is 2 hours from the coast.
It is also 1 hour from major universities.
There is a 15-minute drive to a local lake.
The ICU unit consists of 16 beds.
Patient ratios are 2:1 for ICU, 3:1 for IMU, and 1:5 for Telemetry.
The equipment includes cardiac monitors, IV pumps, and bedside dialysis capability.
The electronic health record system in use is Meditech EMR.
Supervision will be by Clinical Staff Lead or Charge Nurse.
The patient population is primarily adults.
Preferred skills include teamwork.
Common diagnoses and treatments include COPD, acute respiratory failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, sepsis, and shock.
Ideal candidates should be team-oriented, flexible, and adaptable.
A minimum of an Associate degree is required; a BSN is preferred.
Dress code includes scrubs; artificial nails are not permitted.