TravelNurseSource is working with Malone Healthcare to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Chesapeake, Virginia, 23320!
Job ID: 901292
Job TitleRegistered Nurse - ICU
LocationChesapeake, VA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) | 3x12s or 4x12s | Every other weekend, floating, and holidays within the contract are expected | 48-hour contract options available; overtime may be applicable after 48 hours
Key Responsibilities- Provide direct patient care in the ICU with a typical patient ratio of 1:2-3
- Perform ventilator management, IV drip titration, and telemetry monitoring
- Deliver strong neuro critical care, including NIH Stroke Scale assessment
- Recognize and manage dysrhythmias and provide emergency response and critical care management
- Administer and monitor conscious sedation
- Float as needed to Stepdown, Emergency Department, or Medical-Surgical units to care for ICU-level patients
Required Qualifications- Active Virginia or Compact RN license in hand at time of submission - no exceptions
- Proficiency in Epic is required - no exceptions
- BLS certification (American Heart Association only)
- ACLS certification (American Heart Association only)
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
- Candidates must pass an EKG/telemetry test (80% or higher required; one attempt, no remediation available)
- Must live at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills- Minimum of three years of critical care experience preferred; strong candidates with less experience may be considered
- Previous travel nursing experience preferred
- Experience with neuro critical care populations
Why Join Us- Located in the Coastal Virginia region, offering proximity to Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and access to extensive outdoor recreational opportunities including hiking trails and waterways
- Fast-track opportunity with streamlined submission and review process