TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Attleboro, Massachusetts, 02703!
Job Title: ICU Registered Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: ICU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience required
License: Valid nursing license required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS required; CCRN preferred
Must-Have:
Telemetry experience required
Experience with management and interpretation of dysrhythmias
Continuous IV sedation experience required
Experience in procedural sedation administration/monitoring required
Experience with pulmonary artery line/Swan Ganz monitoring required
Description:
The ICU unit is looking for an experienced critical care RN for a 13-week night contract.
CERNER experience is a plus.
The patient population includes medical patients with diagnoses such as alcohol withdrawal, acute respiratory distress, COPD, GI bleed, drug overdose, and COVID.
Occasional surgical cases may also be encountered.
The nurse must be able to manage dysrhythmias and provide care for patients requiring advanced monitoring such as a-lines and chest tubes.
The typical patient ratio is 1:1 or 1:2.
The ICU functions as the code and rapid response team.
Intensivists are present during the day, while nurse practitioners cover the night shift.
The unit supports interdisciplinary teams, including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy.
The daily census in the unit is approximately 10 patients, with a total of 14 beds available.
The work environment requires a commitment to providing high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced setting.