Care for adult and geriatric populations presenting with diagnoses including sepsis/septic shock, ARDS/respiratory failure, ETOH withdrawal, DKA, CHF exacerbation, COPD exacerbation, Afib with RVR, hypertensive crisis, and overdose. Operate and monitor advanced equipment including ventilators, BiPAP, arterial lines, CVP monitoring, central lines, and Sigma infusion pumps; document care using Paragon (Clinical Care Station) EHR.
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Location
Sylva, NC
Description
TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Sylva, North Carolina, 28779!
Provide direct patient care in a combined ICU/PCU setting, managing both intensive and step-down level patients across a 9-bed unit
Care for adult and geriatric populations presenting with diagnoses including sepsis/septic shock, ARDS/respiratory failure, ETOH withdrawal, DKA, CHF exacerbation, COPD exacerbation, Afib with RVR, hypertensive crisis, and overdose
Operate and monitor advanced equipment including ventilators, BiPAP, arterial lines, CVP monitoring, central lines, and Sigma infusion pumps; document care using Paragon (Clinical Care Station) EHR
Maintain ICU patient ratios of 1:2 and PCU ratios of 1:4; participate in float rotation to Med-Surg/Tele, ED tasking/holding, or sitter assignments on a shared, equitable basis with core staff
Fulfill call requirements of up to 2 times per contract and weekend coverage of up to every other weekend
Maintain active, valid RN licensure and all required certifications throughout the duration of the assignment
Required Qualifications
Active RN license (compact or NC state license)
BLS certification (American Heart Association)
ACLS certification (American Heart Association)
NIHSS certification
Minimum 2 years of recent adult ICU experience, including ventilator management with vasopressors, drip titration, arterial and central lines, BiPAP, DKA, and ETOH withdrawal
Candidates must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement
Preferred Experience / Skills
Prior travel nursing experience with strong adaptability and ability to function effectively with minimal orientation
Step-down or PCU experience; comfort with a mixed ICU/step-down patient population
Experience in a rural or community hospital environment
ADN or higher nursing education
Why Join Us
Work in a fully accredited acute care facility with a long-standing reputation for clinical excellence, serving western North Carolina with a broad range of specialty services
Expected 36 hours per week in a close-knit ICU team environment, located in a scenic small town at the foot of the Great Smoky Mountains with vibrant dining, outdoor recreation, and community culture