Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Neuro ICU position requiring 2 years of neuro ICU experience and ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications at a Level I Trauma teaching hospital.

Details

• 13-week travel contract on a Neuro ICU unit
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30), with option to sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Patient ratio of 1:2
• Patient population includes ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, neuromuscular disorders, seizure disorders, CNS infections, subdural/epidural hematomas, ICP monitoring patients, and neurotrauma cases
• Utilizes EVD and bolt equipment for ICP monitoring
• Manages vasoactive medications, central/arterial lines, CRRT, hypothermia/hyperthermia protocols, and spinal precautions
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within service line to meet facility needs
• Uses Epic charting system
• Block scheduling not accommodated

Requirements

• Active MO or Compact RN license required (pending license accepted at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, including 2 years in a neuro ICU or neuro setting required
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Preferred certifications: TNCC, BSN, and 10 hours of stroke education
• Level I Trauma Center experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Skills required include ventilator management, ABG interpretation, continuous IV sedation, cardiac drip titration, and dysrhythmia interpretation/management
• Facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit testing or must be shaved

Additional Information

• Facility is a Magnet-designated, Level I Trauma teaching hospital with over 1,266 staffed beds
• Will complete 10 hours of stroke education during orientation (NIHSS and ACLS renewals may count toward hours if completed within the year)
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Candidates must reside outside a 75-mile radius; no local candidates accepted
• Maximum of 7 days RTO allowed per 13-week contract, with no RTO permitted during the first week of the assignment
• Additional RTO requests cannot be made after submission, offer, or assignment start
• Standard travelers may work up to 18 months at the facility, followed by a required 3-month break in service
• Former permanent employees of BJC or Saint Luke's facilities must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply