RN - ICU

Cynet Health; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an ICU RN for a 16-week assignment in Maryland. The candidate will work night shifts (12 hour) with a patient ratio up to 1:2, handling ventilator management and critical care tasks. Requires 2 years of CCU experience, active RN license, and BLS/ACLS/NIHSS/CPI certifications.

Frequents nights/weekends and potential floating to sister facilities. Strong teamwork, infection control, and ability to manage complex cases such as multisystem dysfunction and acute strokes are

Qualifications

• 2 years of critical care experience required.
• Active RN license in the state.
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, CPI certifications required.
• Trauma level I/II experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for critically ill ICU patients with high acuity.
• Float within ICU and assist as needed.
• Ventilator management and drip titration.
• Work nights and weekends; holiday staffing as assigned.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and follow infection control protocols.
• Manage multisystem dysfunction and acute strokes when observed.
• IV and arterial line management; phlebotomy tasks as needed.
• Interpret dysrhythmias and communicate with families.

Skills

Critical care

Ventilator management

Dysrhythmia interpretation

Arterial line care

Phlebotomy

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

ECG monitoring

Arterial line setup

Job description

RN - ICU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Intensive Care Unit

Duration: 16 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:30)

Experience: 2 years of critical care experience required

License: Active state RN license

Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, CPI

Must-Have:

First-time travelers accepted with strong critical care experience and skillsPrevious charge experience preferredExperience with trauma level I and II preferred

Description:The ICU Registered Nurse will provide care for critically ill patients.Daily patient census averages 8 with a patient ratio of 1:2, up to 3 with low acuity (rare).Candidates must be comfortable with floating within the specialty and assistive tasks as required.This position requires managing various critical care skills including ventilator management and titration of drips.Floating may occur within the specialty and lower acuity at sister facilities as needed.Nights and weekends are required as scheduled.Participation in holiday staffing is also required as assigned.Candidates must have strong skills in critical care interventions and the ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.Compliance with all health protocols and procedures is essential.Candidates should possess experience in managing patients with multisystem organ dysfunction and acute strokes.Skills in IV management, arterial line management, and care of patients with chronic/acute renal failure are essential.Understanding of infection prevention protocols will be critical in this role.Successful candidates will demonstrate proficiency in clinical judgment and decision-making in high-pressure situations.Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and team members are required.The ability to interpret dysrhythmias and perform phlebotomy tasks is essential.Caring for patients with complex medical needs will be a primary responsibility in this role.