TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Milford, Connecticut, 06460!
Job Title: ICU Registered Nurse
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: ICU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day 3x12-Hour
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience required
License: State License required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Must-Have:
Ability to work every other weekend
Epic experience required
Experience in Medical Intensive Care Unit, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Description:
No holiday requests time off.
Keep time off to a minimum.
Will float to medical/surgical units and also critical care units as needed.
1:2 patient ratio on all shifts, unless floated to medical/surgical.
ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications are required.
A minimum of 2 years of experience is required.
First-time travelers are accepted.
Candidates must have demonstrated skills in arterial line management, BiPAP/CPAP management, blood product administration, care of ventilated patients, and central line care/management.
Must be proficient in continuous IV sedation, emergency medications, infection prevention, and interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs).
Required skills include management of dysrhythmias, management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure, obtaining 12-lead EKG/ECG, PICC line management, starting and maintaining IVs, titrating cardiac drips, and titrating vasoactive drips.
Ventilator management experience is necessary.
Candidates must be able to work with interdisciplinary support teams.
Daily patient care will involve adults and geriatrics, with a focus on critical care situations.
Preparation for special procedures and equipment is required for effective patient management.
Must adhere to infection control protocols and isolation precautions.