RN Neuro Trauma ICU

vTech Solution; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

vTech Solution is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide specialized critical care in a Level II trauma NT/SICU with a 12-bed unit and 2:1 patient ratio. The RN will float to other units and must have 5+ years in acute critical care and EPIC charting proficiency.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, monitoring, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Current California Registered Nurse license.
• Minimum 5 years of acute critical care nursing experience.
• Level II trauma critical care experience.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic charting system.
• Previous traveler nurse experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to neuro/trauma patients in a Level II trauma NT/SICU setting.
• Manage patients with ICP monitors, CRRT, and lumbar drains.
• Perform patient assessments, medication administration, and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Float to Cardiovascular Unit, Telemetry Care Unit, ICU/CCU, or Medical-Surgical units as required.
• Document patient care accurately using EPIC electronic health record system.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

CA RN license

5+ years critical care

Level II trauma care

ACLS & BLS

EPIC charting

Traveler nurse

Job description

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide specialized critical care nursing in a Level II trauma Neuro/Trauma Surgical Intensive Care Unit (NT/SICU) with a 12-bed, 2:1 patient ratio. The RN will care for neuro/trauma patients requiring advanced monitoring such as ICP monitors, CRRT, and lumbar drains. This role includes floating to Cardiovascular, Telemetry, ICU/CCU, or Medical-Surgical units as needed. The RN must have at least 5 years of acute critical care experience and be proficient in EPIC charting.

Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care to neuro/trauma patients in a Level II trauma NT/SICU setting.


• Manage patients with ICP monitors, CRRT, and lumbar drains.


• Perform patient assessments, medication administration, and treatment planning.


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.


• Float to Cardiovascular Unit, Telemetry Care Unit, ICU/CCU, or Medical-Surgical units as required.


• Document patient care accurately using EPIC electronic health record system.


• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license.


• Minimum 5 years of acute critical care nursing experience.


• Level II trauma critical care experience.


• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications.


• Proficiency with EPIC electronic charting system.


• Previous traveler nurse experience.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience working in multiple critical care environments such as Cardiovascular, Telemetry, ICU/CCU, and Medical-Surgical units.


• Strong interdisciplinary team collaboration skills.


• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Special Considerations:

• Must be able to float between multiple specialized units as needed.


• Work environment includes high acuity trauma and neuro patients requiring advanced monitoring.Night shift position in a fast-paced critical care setting.

Scheduling:

• Night shift schedule.


• Shift assignments and floating duties determined by unit needs.