Travel RN - Med/Surg - Neuro

American Traveler; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 5,447,000 - 6,052,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with match

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) night shift at a Level II Trauma Center in Reno, Nevada. Candidates must hold an active Nevada RN license and have travel nursing experience.

The role involves care for adult and geriatric patients with stroke, sepsis, cardiac and respiratory conditions, with 3x12 night shifts, no on-call, and mandatory floating to other units to the level of competency.

Qualifications

• Active NV RN license required prior to start.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years IMC/Stepdown experience.
• Experience with vasopressors, titratable drips, art lines, neuro-stepdown patients, procedural sedation, thrombolytics, and trach management.
• Must pass an ECG/Telemetry exam including rhythm strip interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary, patient-centered team.
• Float to other units up to competency level as needed.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Telemetry interpretation

Job description

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) night shift position requiring NV licensure and prior travel experience.

Details

• Work in an 18-bed Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU/Stepdown) at a Level II Trauma Center
• Care for adult and geriatric patients with post ischemic/hemorrhagic stroke, sepsis, cardiac, and respiratory conditions requiring moderately complex assessments and interventions
• 3x12 night shift schedule with 36 guaranteed weekly hours
• No on‑call requirements
• Floating required to other units up to competency level based on organizational needs
• Uses Epic charting system

Requirements

• Active NV RN license required prior to start
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA only)
• Minimum 2 years of IMC/Stepdown experience required
• Experience required with vasopressors, titratable drips, art lines, neuro‑stepdown patients, procedural sedation, thrombolytics, and trach management
• Must pass an ECG/Telemetry exam including rhythm strip interpretation; failure results in contract termination
• Minimum of one prior 13‑week travel assignment required within the past year

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive nursing care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Coordinate care with other professionals as part of a multidisciplinary, patient‑centered team
• Level II Trauma Center serving a 500‑mile radius with high patient volume and fast‑paced environment
• Must be available to work 2 of 3 major holidays (Eve + Day counts as 1 holiday)
• Required to pick up one additional shift during each 4‑week schedule period
• Schedule may include weekends and holidays based on department needs
• Facility may cancel up to 48 hours per 13‑week contract for low census, without penalty
• No blocked scheduling allowed; all assignments are for 13 weeks
• RTO must be submitted with the application and will not be added to the end of the contract
• Candidates must reside outside a 60‑mile radius; local candidates are not accepted
• A 13‑week break is required for returning travelers after ending a previous contract

These details are based on information provided by the facility and may include inaccuracies or be subject to updates. Please verify all details with your recruiter.

Pay

Overview

$2,558/wk

Assignment Total (13 Weeks)

$33,254

Annual Equivalent (52 Weeks)

$133,016

Weekly Breakdown

Weekly Wages

$1,116/wk

Regular Hours

$31.00 x 36 hours/wk = $1,116

Weekly Stipends

$1,442/wk

Lodging

$138.00 x 7 days = $966

Meals & Incidentals

$68.00 x 7 days = $476

$2,558/wk

In compliance with state pay transparency laws, we disclose that the estimated weekly pay range for this role is $2,302 - $2,558. The $2,558 weekly pay listed in this posting, along with related figures, corresponds to the higher end of this range.

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