Travel RN - Neuro ICU

American Traveler; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High pay and bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (

401(k) plan

Weekly payroll deposit

Free online CEUs

Generous housing allowance

Travel and licensure reimbursements

Non-taxed per diem and subsidy

Traveler rewards and discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Trauma/Neuro ICU position in California. The role requires CA RN licensure, active ACLS/BLS/NIHSS and TNCC or TCAR, plus a minimum of three years in ICU with documented trauma and neuro ICU experience.

Experience with Cerner charting and CRRT/CVVHD, arterial/central lines, and dysrhythmia management is required. Travel or local candidates are welcome with a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Active CA RN license required.
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and TNCC or TCAR.
• 3+ years ICU experience, Trauma/Neuro ICU preferred.
• Trauma Level II experience required; Level I preferred.
• Cerner charting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care nursing to trauma and neuro ICU patients with complex, multi-system conditions.
• 3x12 day shift schedule (6:45am-7:15pm) with 1:2 patient ratios.
• Floating within the service line to an affiliated hospital.
• Maintain accurate, timely charting with audits.

Skills

Neuro ICU care

Trauma care

Ventilator management

ABG interpretation

Cardiac monitoring

ICU experience

Nursing leadership

Tools

Cerner charting

CRRT/CVVHD

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Trauma/Neuro ICU position requiring 3 years of ICU experience and CA RN licensure.

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required (EMSA not accepted)
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and TNCC or TCAR
• CPI or MAB certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of recent experience required
• Trauma and Neuro ICU experience must be clearly documented in work history
• Trauma Level II experience required; Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Cerner charting experience required
• Skilled in EVD, ICP monitoring, hypothermia protocol, and post-neurosurgical care
• Experience with CRRT/CVVHD, arterial lines, central/PICC lines, and blood product administration required
• Experience managing ventilated patients, BiPAP/CPAP, and interpreting ABGs required
• Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips and managing dysrhythmias required
• One supervisory reference required
• Recent Nursys report required
• Interview availability required in Pacific Time

Responsibilities

• Neuro ICU setting within a Trauma Level II facility
• Patient population ranges from adolescents to geriatrics
• 1:2 patient ratios
• 3x12 Day shift schedule (6:45am-7:15pm)
• Floating required within the service line, including to an affiliated hospital approximately 15 minutes away
• Advance notice provided if floated, with a billable 1-hour orientation at the receiving facility
• Provide critical care nursing to trauma and neuro ICU patients with complex, multi-system conditions
• Strict adherence to accurate and timely charting is required due to frequent chart audits
• Must demonstrate a positive learning attitude and actively engage in facility-specific orientation
• COVID vaccination required
• 1-hour CA Harassment training course required, submitted via paper timecard
• All requested time off must be submitted with the initial application and cannot be added afterward
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply if minimum qualifications are met
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts