TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Salem, Oregon, 97301!
ICU Registered Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: ICU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 18 months previous experience in a large hospital required
License: Current RN license required
Certifications:
BLS
ACLS
CPI (preferred)
TNCC (preferred)
CCRN (preferred)
Must-Have:
Epic EMR experience
Minimum of 18 months of ICU experience
No first-time travelers
Description:
General ICU position with floating between units.
12-hour day shifts from 07:00 to 19:30.
Patient ratio is typically 1:2 or 1:1.
Patient diagnoses include sepsis, respiratory failure, traumatic brain injury, neurosurgical interventions, multi-system organ failure, stroke, GI bleeding, cardiac arrest, and complex vascular surgery.
Skills required include IV start, telemetry, conscious sedation, and ventilator management.
Experience with arterial line management, blood product administration, and care of ventilated patients is essential.
Candidates must be able to monitor and interpret arterial blood gases and dysrhythmias.
Management of patients with multi-system organ dysfunction/failure is expected.
Previous charge experience is preferred.
Floating to nearby facilities may be required.
Preferred certifications include CCRN, CPI, and TNCC.
Travelers must be willing to assist in filling weekend shifts and gaps as needed.
Forward-thinking support staff are available, including physical therapy, respiratory services, and social services.