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Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $2,200 per week in Chandler, AZ

Malone Healthcare

  • Chandler, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • $2,200

Highlights

Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU setting at nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:2 or 1:1, caring for complex diagnoses including trauma, neuro-surgical cases, sepsis, ARDS, CVA, DKA, cardiac surgery recovery (CABG, TAVR, valves), and vascular surgery patients. Participate in self-scheduling within unit guidelines; expected to work 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (night shift weekends are Friday-Saturday).

Numbers & Facts

LocationChandler, AZ
Salary$2,200

Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity ICU setting at nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:2 or 1:1, caring for complex diagnoses including trauma, neuro-surgical cases, sepsis, ARDS, CVA, DKA, cardiac surgery recovery (CABG, TAVR, valves), and vascular surgery patients
  • Titrate a broad range of vasoactive and sedation drips including propofol, fentanyl, precedex, levophed, vasopressin, dopamine, dobutamine, heparin, insulin, and others
  • Independently interpret cardiac monitor strips using GE monitoring equipment - no monitor technicians are present on the unit
  • Operate and manage respiratory therapy equipment including Draeger, Hamilton, Puritan Bennett 840, V60 BiPAP, and Airvo ventilators in collaboration with 24/7 on-site RT and intensivist support
  • Float between sister ICU units (Surgical ICU, Medical/Cardiac ICU, and overflow ICU) as needed, and float to telemetry at a 1:3 or 1:4 ratio when required
  • Participate in self-scheduling within unit guidelines; expected to work 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (night shift weekends are Friday-Saturday)
Required Qualifications
  • Active RN license valid in Arizona (or compact eligibility)
  • Minimum 3 years of recent ICU experience required - no exceptions; experience must include either neuro or cardiovascular ICU
  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
  • UNA Dysrhythmia Exam must be completed 24-48 hours prior to position acceptance; maximum of 2 attempts permitted
  • Pass/fail Simulation Lab assessment on Day 1 of orientation
  • Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; candidates who have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN at any facility associated with CommonSpirit (including CHI and/or Dignity) within the past year are not eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills
  • Prior Level 1 Trauma Center or dedicated neuro ICU experience
  • Experience in a similarly sized high-acuity ICU environment
  • Familiarity with advanced cardiac support devices such as IABP, Impella, ECMO, or Tandem Heart
  • CRRT experience is a plus, though not required
Why Join Us
  • Work in a robust, well-supported ICU environment with 24/7 intensivist and respiratory therapy coverage, access to advanced technology, and a collaborative multi-unit structure
  • Self-scheduling flexibility available, with a dedicated charge nurse model where charge nurses do not carry a patient assignment


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