TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Roanoke, Virginia, 24014!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: ICU/PCU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night Shift
Hours per Shift: 12 hours (18:45 - 07:15)
Experience: Minimum 2 years of ICU experience at a large facility
License: Active state or compact RN license
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Must-Have:
- Experience with EPIC charting
- Comfort working in all ICU and PCU units
- Ability to float between units as needed
Description:
The position requires a Registered Nurse specializing in ICU and PCU.
The nurse must be comfortable floating between different ICU and PCU units.
The shift consists of three 12-hour night shifts each week.
Charting experience with EPIC is required.
The nurse may need to float 2-3 times per shift based on staffing needs.
Weekend shifts may be required, with a minimum of two weekends in a six-week block.
The nurse is expected to work at least one holiday during the 13-week contract.
A strong understanding of various clinical skills is essential, including:
- IV therapy, arterial line management, central/PICC line care, and blood product administration
- Respiratory support management, including BiPAP, CPAP, and ventilated patient care
- Medication administration, including continuous IV sedation and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Wound care, including managing surgical wounds with drains or wound vacs
- Cardiac monitoring with dysrhythmia interpretation and management
- Adherence to IV insulin protocols for endocrine/metabolic support
The nurse must possess strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary support teams.
Experience working in a Level 1 or Level 2 trauma facility is preferred.
The patient-to-nurse ratios are 5:1 in PCU and 2:1 in ICU, emphasizing the need for efficient and effective care delivery.