TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Long Beach, California, 90813!
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU
Location
Long Beach, CA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Night Shift | 12-Hour Shifts (1830–0700) | Full-Time
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a 32-bed ICU (licensed for 40) organized in pods of 8, maintaining a 2:1 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Independently read and interpret cardiac monitor strips — no monitor techs on unit
- Manage complex drip therapy including pressors, antiarrhythmics, and sedation; provide care for ventilator-dependent patients
- Care for a high-acuity patient population including neuro, cardiac, PCI, sepsis, stroke, TBI, and ETOH cases; experience with Ventriculostomy and Camino ICP monitoring expected
- Participate in huddle report and bedside report; float to Tele and ED ICU/Tele holds as needed
- Rotate holiday coverage with core staff; must be available to work 2 of the 3 major holidays
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license valid in the state of California
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- NIHSS certification required
- Proficiency with Cerner EMR
- Availability to work every other weekend
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Minimum 3 years of ICU nursing experience preferred
- Experience with high-acuity neuro and cardiac patient populations, including ICP monitoring and ventilator management
- Familiarity with bedside and huddle reporting practices
Why Join Us
- Work in a well-supported ICU environment with 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, 24/7 Pharmacy, on-site Intensivist/Hospitalist coverage, and a structured orientation program
- Gain experience with a diverse, high-acuity patient population in a dynamic critical care setting