Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,038 per week at Weirton Medical Center summary :
As a Travel Nurse RN specializing in the Intensive Care Unit, this position involves caring for critical patients with complex needs, including those on balloon pumps and ventilators. The role requires a minimum of three years of ICU experience and specific certifications such as BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS. The job includes managing a challenging patient ratio and requires flexibility in scheduling, including weekend and holiday shifts.
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Job Details
CCU- Combination ICU position at Weirton Medical Center in West Virginia.Must have 3 years of ICU experience.Must have balloon pump experience.Must be comfortable with Vent management and drip titration.Job Requirements
BLS certification required.ACLS certification required.NIHSS certification required.3 years of ICU experience required.Schedule Information
RN 7-7 shifts, with a 6 : 45-7 : 15 start for days.4 week schedule that staff can create, not finalized until completed.Weekend requirements : Every other weekend (EOW).Holiday rotation may be required.1 Day General Orientation, 1 day with a preceptor.Unit Specific Information
Nurse : Patient Ratios : 1 : 2-3.Travelers can float to any inpatient unit, first to float.Additional Details
Common diagnoses include respiratory distress, post-arrest, acute MI, balloon pumps, vents, and patients needing vasopressor support.Charge nurse takes a full patient assignment.RT available 24 / 7, assigned to multiple units.Nurses must read and interpret telemetry strips.Keywords :
Travel Nurse, ICU Nurse, Critical Care, Registered Nurse, Patient Care, BLS Certification, ACLS Certification, Healthcare, Nursing, Hospital