Travel RN - Neuro ICU

American Traveler, LLC.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay and bonuses

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Neuro ICU RN with strong EVD, craniotomy and burr hole experience for a Level I trauma teaching hospital in Seattle. Requires WA license, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS and travel experience; level I trauma and teaching hospital experience preferred.

Epic EMR experience is required; aggressive critical care skills are essential. Day 7x12 hour shifts with 1:2 patient ratios; every other weekend; minimal time off during first two weeks.

Qualifications

• : WA or compact RN license required
• : BLS and ACLS certifications required
• : NIHSS certification required
• : Level I trauma experience required
• : Teaching hospital experience preferred
• : Prior travel experience required
• : Proficiency in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• : Strong EVD, craniotomy and burr hole care skills
• : Arterial/central line, ventilator, stroke/ICP management
• : Epic EMR experience required

Responsibilities

• Neuroscience ICU at a Level I trauma teaching hospital
• Care for hemorrhagic stroke, SAH, aneurysms, TBI, SCI, tumors and post-op neuro patients
• On-day shift 0700-1930, 3x12s
• Patient ratios 1:2 day and night
• Every other weekend; no on-call
• Floating within scope to other ICUs
• Block scheduling not accommodated
• Provide critical care nursing for complex neuroscience patients
• Work in Magnet-designated, Level I trauma teaching hospital
• Scrubs policy: solid color, light blue provided
• Limit on time off: minimal RO-time within first two weeks
• UW staff: 18 months separation required for traveler return
• Local candidates accepted at same pay rate; no radius restriction
• First-time travelers considered with Level I trauma experience and strong work history
• Epic EMR experience essential

Skills

Dysrhythmia interpretation

EVD management

Craniotomy care

Burr hole care

Arterial line management

Central line care

Ventilator management

Neuro ICU care

TBI & stroke management

ICP monitoring

Epic EMR

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Neuro ICU RN with strong EVD, crani, and burr hole experience for a Level I trauma teaching hospital assignment.

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification required
• Registered Neuroscience certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Level I trauma experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Prior travel experience required
• Proficiency in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias required, including passing a competency test
• Strong skills required in EVD management, craniotomy care, and burr hole care
• Additional required skills include arterial line management, central line care, ventilator management, CVA/acute stroke management, ICP monitoring, lumbar drain care, and post neurosurgery management

Responsibilities

• Neuroscience ICU within a TJC-accredited comprehensive stroke center
• Patient population includes hemorrhagic stroke, SAH, aneurysms, vascular malformations, TBI, SCI, tumor resections, ischemic stroke requiring tPA/thrombectomy, seizure disorders, and neuro infections
• Some medical and surgical overflow patients
• Day shift, 3x12 hours, 0700-1930
• Patient ratios are 1:2 for both day and night shifts
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within scope to other ICUs or for patient boarders
• Block scheduling not accommodated
• Epic EMR experience required
• Provide critical care nursing to complex neuroscience patients including those with TBI, SCI, and acute stroke
• Work within a Magnet-designated, Level I trauma teaching hospital environment
• Scrubs may be any solid color; unit also provides light blue scrubs
• Minimal RTO accommodated, with no time off permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment
• Prior UW staff must have at least 18 months of separation from the facility before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restriction
• First-time travelers may be considered if they have prior Level I trauma experience and a strong work history

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs