RN - SICU

Cynet Health; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) in Aurora, CO. This 13-week contract features a 12-hour rotating shift and a fast-paced environment caring for critically ill adults across multiple surgical service lines.

Responsibilities include arterial line and ventilator management, blood product administration, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Weekend coverage is required as part of the six-week cycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of SICU nursing experience.
• Active nursing license.
• Familiarity with the Epic charting system.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to critically ill adults across multiple surgical service lines.
• Perform arterial line management and ventilator care.
• Administer blood products and manage emergencies.
• Occasional weekend shifts and potential floating within scope.

Skills

Charge nurse experience

1:2 patient ratio management

Tools

Epic charting system

Job description

RN - SICU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU)

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Rotating Shift

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience required

License: Active nursing license

Certifications: BLS, ACLS recommended certifications include NIH, TNCC, TCAR, and ATCN

Must-Have:

• Previous charge experience preferred
• Experience managing a patient ratio of 1:2
• Familiarity with the Epic charting system

Description:This position is for a Registered Nurse in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit.The unit features a 24-bed capacity and operates as a Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center.The role provides the opportunity to care for patients across multiple surgical service lines.Surgical service lines may include surgical oncology, gynecology oncology, vascular, orthopedic spine, ENT, urology, plastics, transplant, obstetrics, and polytrauma.Nurses will be expected to participate in weekend shifts totaling six weekends in a six-week schedule.Floating within scope to meet facility needs may be required, including to similar facilities.Nurses will be responsible for managing various clinical tasks such as arterial line management, blood product administration, ventilator management, and care of ventilated patients.Experience with emergency medications, management of dysrhythmias, and interpretation of arterial blood gases is essential.The unit is supported by interdisciplinary teams including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, and pharmacy.Candidates should be prepared to engage in special procedures such as central line insertion and bedside conscious sedation procedures.The patient care setting involves a fast-paced environment with a focus on critically ill adult patients.