Job Description
Malone Healthcare - Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Boise, Idaho.
Job Description & Requirements
# of Beds : 12 (in summer census is around 4, and winter months 6).
Nurse : Patient Ratios : 1 : 2
Required Certifications : BLS, PALS
Common diagnoses / Types of patients : Trach / vent, DKA, respiratory, surgical (trachs, g-tubes, shunts, hernia repairs, seizures) no cardiac.
Experience or 'Must have' skills : MUST have 2 years of PICU experience. Ok with first time travelers.
Are RNs required to titrate drips : Yes
Common titratable & / or set rate drips : propofol, fentanyl, epi, etc.
Is there a Charge Nurse on each shift? Does the charge nurse take an assignment? Yes, no assignment.
Are there nurse aids / patient care techs on this unit : No
Pediatrician in house 24 / 7 : In house during the day, may occasionally take call from home at NOC.
RT Equipment : Are RNs required to do anything with these besides trouble shoot? Vent, bubble CPAP, BiPAP. - Are there tele / monitor techs on this unit : Yes, RNs read and interpret their own strips.
About Malone Healthcare - Nursing
With a commitment to providing a higher standard of service and experience in patient care, Malone Healthcare places expert nurses and allied health professionals in rewarding careers throughout the United States. As a leading healthcare staffing agency, Malone’s focus on compliance and integrity translates to a seamless experience for our team members and partner facilities. When you work with Malone Healthcare, you can rely on over 50 years of proven experience placing exceptional professionals in quality healthcare settings.
Benefits
Travel Pediatric Icu Rn • Boise, ID, US