Registered Nurse Critical Care Float

Equiliem; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discounts & Rewards

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Critical Care Float team. The ideal candidate will provide expert care for critically ill patients on rotation between ICU/CCU and related units.

The role requires NJ or Compact license, ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, 1.5 years CCU experience, EPIC charting, and willingness to work night shifts, weekends, and travel within the facility. Locals welcomed at standard pay. This position offers a dynamic environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active NJ or Compact license required at time of submission.
• ACLS; BLS; NIHSS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Float between ICU/CCU, CTICU, Step Down units and ED Holding as needed.
• Provide care to critically ill patients in high-acuity environments.

Skills

Critical Care

IV therapy

Ventilator Care

ABG interpretation

Dysrhythmia management

Tools

EPIC

Job description

We Are Seeking

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Critical Care Float team. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional clinical skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role requires a compassionate professional committed to providing the highest level of care to patients in critical conditions.

Required License and Certifications

• License: Active NJ or Compact license required at time of submission
• Required Certifications: ACLS; BLS; NIHSS

Required Experience & Clinical Skills

• Experience Required: 1.5 year(s) in Critical Care
• IV therapy: Arterial line management; Start/maintain IVs; Phlebotomy
• Respiratory: Care of Ventilated Patient; Interpretation of ABGs
• Cardiac: Post Cardiac Surgery (Not directly from the OR); Interpretation/Management of dysrhythmias

Scheduling Details and Charting

• Charting: EPIC experience required
• Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend
• RTO, Block & Scheduling Requests: Priority given to submits with a screenshot confirming RTO and schedule requests. No requests will be approved after offer.
• Call Off Policy: Facility is allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks.
• Accept First-Time Travelers: Yes
• Locals Accepted: Yes, Locals accepted at the same rate

Unit Details and Floating

• Ratios: 1:1-3 critical care; 1:4 if floated to stepdown. Ratios vary based on census, patient acuity and staffing
• Unit Details: Combined ICU and CCU
• Scrubs: Navy Blue
• Floating: Candidates must float within their skillset without exception. ICU/CCU, CTICU, Step Down units and ED Holding: ICU patients waiting for a bed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Highly Preferred: Swan-Ganz catheter experience; experience with or exposure to IABP, Impella, and VAD.
• Preferred: CTICU or medical cardiology experience.

Shift

Night (3O12 Hours) 19:00 - 7:30

Winter Holiday Requirement

• Based on unit/department: Clinicians must either work or provide on-call coverage for 1 of 2 or 2 of 3 winter holidays, as needed. (Winter Holidays include Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years)

Hospital Highlights

Medical Center is a 653‑bed quaternary‑care regional teaching hospital providing comprehensive care for the region. It is home to one of the nation's largest heart transplant programs, New Jersey's only Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program, and a Structural Heart and Valve Center offering complex procedures, including TAVR.

About Equiliem

Equiliem believes in empowering success. It's our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive.

Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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