TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Neuro ICU RN in Alexandria, Virginia, 22304!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: CV Neuro ICU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 12 hours
Hours per Shift: 7 PM - 7 AM
Experience: Minimum of 2 years required
License: RN license required
Certifications: BLS and ACLS required
Must-Have:
Must pass ECG exam on day 2, pass/fail
Description:
16-bed unit with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio.
Common diagnoses include stroke, acute ischemic stroke, intracerebral hemorrhage, subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, brain tumors, cerebral edema, increased intracranial pressure, hydrocephalus, acute respiratory failure, sepsis, septic shock, pneumonia, ARDS, COPD exacerbation, asthma exacerbation, acute heart failure, pulmonary edema, acute kidney injury, diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, gastrointestinal bleeding, acute liver failure, and severe electrolyte abnormalities.
RNs are required to read their own strips.
Common titratable drips include norepinephrine, epinephrine, dopamine, and phenylephrine.
Clinical techs are available on the unit.
The unit is equipped with mechanical ventilators, high-flow nasal cannulas, and noninvasive ventilation equipment.
RNs are expected to float as first to float to medical-surgical ICU and progressive care unit, and take care of boarders up to four.
Holiday requirements include 1 major and 1 minor holiday per year.
Scrubs should be navy blue.
Weekend expectations are every other weekend.