Registered Nurse ICU Travel

Ascension; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 101,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

EAP & counseling

Job summary

Ascension Premiere Staffing - Critical Care is recruiting an RN traveler for acute care assignments across Ascension hospitals. This role offers local and national travel with 36-48 hours weekly and gross pay up to $3,689 per week.

You’ll titrate vasoactive drugs, manage invasive monitoring, ventilators and life-sustaining devices, while leading Rapid Response and critical care interventions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced Life Support within 6 months of hire.
• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire.
• Registered Nurse license (compact or state) prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Titrate high-alert vasoactive drips and manage arterial/central lines.
• Manage complex mechanical ventilation and weaning protocols.
• Operate life-sustaining equipment for multi-organ support.
• Lead Rapid Response and Code Blue interventions per ACLS/BLS.

Skills

ACLS/BLS

Critical care monitoring

Invasive line management

Ventilation management

Education

Diploma in nursing

Tools

CRRT

Impella

IABP

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location:Local and national travel options are available dependent on need.

Facility: Multiple Ascension acute care hospitals

Department: Ascension Premiere Staffing - Critical Care

Schedule: Multiple shifts available | 36-48 hours per week

Gross Rate up to $3,689 per week

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Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Titrate high-alert vasoactive drips and manage invasive monitoring like arterial and central lines.
• Manage complex mechanical ventilation, including troubleshooting, ABG analysis, and weaning protocols.
• Operate life-sustaining equipment such as CRRT, Impella, and IABP for multi-organ failure.
• Lead Rapid Response and Code Blue interventions using expert-level ACLS/BLS protocols.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Must have compact RN license or state RN license relevant to travel assignment location prior to start of assignment.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.

Work Experience:

• One year of RN experience in an acute care setting required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• 1+ year of acute care experience
• Applicable license and/or certification per contract requirements required
• Florida locations prefer CV experience

Equal employment opportunity employer

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