TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified MICU RN in Alexandria, Louisiana, 71301!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: ICU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night Shift
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 1 year of ICU experience
License: Active RN License
Certifications: BLS and ACLS required; TNCC is a plus
Must-Have:
Must be willing to care for COVID-19 patients.
Positive attitude and flexibility.
Strong teamwork skills and desire for excellence.
Self-motivated with good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a diverse environment.
Advanced skills in ventilator management and critical care drips.
Thorough and accurate assessment skills.
Proficient knowledge of cardiac, neuro, and respiratory systems.
Experience with PPE donning and doffing procedures.
Description:
This unit features 26 beds with a patient ratio of 2:1.
Total care is provided by Registered Nurses.
Staff includes RNs and unit secretaries/COVID runners.
Key equipment includes ventilators, Alaris IV pumps, balloon pumps, ventriculostomy drains, and glucometers.
iMobile phones and technology are used by all staff.
Personal Protective Equipment includes masks, face shields, goggles, PAPR, and hoods for COVID-19 patients.
The documentation system utilized is Meditech with Evidence Based Clinical Documentation.
All nursing shifts are 12 hours from 7 PM to 7 AM, and staff rotate every other weekend.
Holiday requirements may apply.
Nursing staff may float to other Medical-Surgical Units as needed, with priority given to ICU.
Patient experience is prioritized with hourly rounding, bedside hand-off reporting, and utilization of AIDET.
This unit is striving towards excellence with a focus on metrics for patient care.
Several staff members hold national certifications, including management.
A majority of the nursing staff are tenured with experience.
Self-scheduling options are available within certain guidelines.