About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel RN - Cardiovascular ICU opportunity in redding, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac ICU position requiring recent fresh open heart and mixed ICU patient experience with a CA RN license.
Requirements
Active CA RN license required, active at time of submission with no pending licenses accepted
Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
Required certifications: BLS and ACLS, with NIHSS also required and PALS preferred
Recent experience with fresh open heart patients required
Experience with mixed ICU patient populations required
BSN not required for this position
Must pass a proctored Dysrhythmia test onsite on day one (Pass/Fail)
Copy of driver's license required for consideration
Responsibilities
Work in a 30-bed Cardiac ICU within an acute care hospital with a Level 2 trauma designation
1:1 to 1:2 patient ratios, with approximately 90% of assignments at a 1:2 ratio
12-hour night shifts with an every-other-weekend requirement
Uses Cerner EMR and GE telemetry monitors
Charge nurse does not carry a patient assignment
Ventilator management required as part of patient care
Hospitalist coverage in house 24/7, along with 24/7 Respiratory Therapy and Pharmacy support
No dedicated IV team or nurse aides on the unit
Self-scheduling available, with schedules built approximately 6 weeks in advance and finalized by the manager
Travelers are prioritized for floating to any telemetry or medsurg unit
One day of unit-specific orientation provided
Navy scrubs required
Provide critical care nursing to cardiac ICU patients, including those with fresh open heart procedures and mixed ICU diagnoses
Facility can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment (3 shifts for shorter assignments)
Holiday coverage is not currently required but may be requested
First-time travelers are welcome to apply
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
Job ID: P-
Open Positions: 1
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Worksite address
redding, CA, 96001, US
Who can apply
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