Travel RN - ICU/Critical Care - Alexandria, LA - - 12/04/24 - Excellent Benefits

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Alexandria, Louisiana, 71301 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM Guaranteed Hours: Experience: Minimum 1 year of ICU experience License: RN License Certifications: ACLS, BLS (TNCC is a plus) Must-Have: - Willingness to care for COVID-19 patients - Positive attitude, flexibility, teamwork - Desire for excellence and self-motivation - Good communication and people skills - Ability to work in a diverse environment Job Description: - Total care provided by RNs with support staff including a Unit Secretary/COVID runner - Equipment includes ventilators, Alaris IV pumps, balloon pumps, ventriculostomy drains, glucometers - Use of iMobile phones and technology throughout the hospital - PPE includes masks, face shields, goggles, PAPR, and hoods for COVID-19 patients - Documentation system: Meditech using Evidence-Based Clinical Documentation (EBCD) - 12-hour shifts with every other weekend requirement - Floating to other Medical-Surgical Units as needed with a focus on Intensive Care Units - Procedures on the unit include intubations, cardioversions, ventriculostomy drain management, IABP management, and continual renal replacement therapy (CRRT) - Focus on compassionate connected care through AIDET, hourly rounding, and bedside hand-off reporting - Dress code: Ceil blue scrubs, optional white or ceil blue scrub jacket; green surgery scrubs provided for COVID patient care - Recognition for high-quality measures and service excellence Additional Information: - Nationally certified staff members, including managers - Self-scheduling opportunities within guidelines - Advanced skills in ventilator management, critical care drip knowledge, cardiac, neuro, and respiratory systems - Award-winning unit with a history of excellence in care 26195917EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Confront diverse medical cases that challenge and expand your skill set. Each assignment becomes a learning opportunity, contributing significantly to your professional growth and expertise. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension to your career. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion.