RN - MICU

Cynet HealthStaff; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff seeks an experienced RN for MICU travel assignment in New Orleans, LA. The 13-week, night-shift role requires 12-hour shifts, a MICU background, and an active RN license (compact or state). ACLS, BLS, and Epic experience are required to ensure high-quality care.

The position involves CRRT, pronation therapy, and potential float to other units; details vary per assignment and will be discussed with the recruiter.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in MICU or high-acuity unit.
• Active RN license (compact or state) required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required; Epic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for adults and geriatrics in MICU with 2:1 patient ratios.
• Manage ventilators, PRVC/PRN as assigned.
• Perform CRRT and pronation therapy as needed.
• Float to other units as required by coverage.
• Assist with arterial line management and chest tube care.

Skills

High acuity care

Ventilator management

ACLS

Pronation therapy

Vasopressor titration

Education

RN license (compact or state)

Tools

Epic

CRRT dialysis equipment

Job description

RN - MICU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty

License: Compact or state license required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, Epic experience required

Must-Have: Strong experience in high acuity units, CRRT, and ventilator management

Description:Please ensure your traveler is aware of the following:Upon accepting an assignment and starting your role, you may be assigned to an \"Emergency Team\".There will be an expectation to stay until after the event passes or be part of the relief team.Specific details pertaining to pay will be relayed for each emergency event, as impacts vary.By signing your travel contract for this position, you accept the above and will report as assigned by your unit manager if an emergency event occurs.You should not apply for this role if you are not comfortable with the above.

Patient Diagnoses include high acuity cases and COVID care requiring pronation therapy.Experience with CRRT is necessary.

The unit will utilize pronation therapy and vasopressor titrations.Experience with special equipment like CRRT Dialysis is required.You may be required to float to other units as needed.Epic experience is preferred.

Required skills include accessing and managing ports, arterial line management, and assisting with chest tube insertion/removal.You must also demonstrate proficiency in BiPAP/CPAP management, blood product administration, and care of ventilated patients.Knowledge of central line care/management and both chronic and acute renal failure is essential.Continuous IV sedation and management of dysrhythmias are required.You should be skilled in phlebotomy, starting and maintaining IVs, and suctioning.Familiarity with managing patients with multi-system organ dysfunction/failure is necessary.

Patient ratios will be maintained at 2:1 for days and nights.Weekend coverage is required.The patient care environment will include adults and geriatrics with a daily census of approximately 32 patients.

Interdisciplinary support is provided by rapid response teams and unit secretaries.The ICU will occasionally overflow into other surgical intensive care units.Familiarity with additional equipment such as intra-aortic balloon pumps is preferred but not required.

Please ensure you meet all the qualifications and are prepared for the responsibilities outlined above.