Travel Nurse RN - ICU/Critical Care in Bossier City, LA - Excellent Benefits 2024-10-16
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Bossier City
Posted on: October 17, 2024
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Job Description:
TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a
qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Bossier City, Louisiana, 71111
About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse - ICU Job Specialty:
SICU Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-Hour Nights Guaranteed Hours:
36 hours per week Experience: 2 years required License: LA License
Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - Stroke
experience - Ventilator management - Assist with
intubation/extubation - CVL management/placement - Foley catheter
management - Tube feedings via NGT or PEG Job Description: - Care
for patients with conditions such as respiratory failure, stroke,
sepsis, renal failure, diabetes, and neuro-related surgeries. -
Manage a patient ratio of 1:2. - Required to pass an EKG competency
exam as part of compliance, prior to arrival. - Support resources
include charge nurse, resource nurse, and 24/7 RT. - Utilize
Meditech Expanse for electronic medical records, Alaris for IV
pumps, and Pyxis for medication dispensing. - Potential floating
duties to stepdown, stroke unit, and MedSurg; comfortability with
frequent floating during the interview is essential. - Complete 2
days of hospital orientation and one 12-hour shift on the unit. -
Work every other weekend and follow a set rotation schedule. -
Request up to 7 days of time off with contract extension for any
full week off; only one weekend of RTO per contract. - Expected to
work 2 out of 3 major holidays; specific blackout dates are in
effect. - Adhere to professional standards including no cell phone
usage or earbuds in patient care areas and no eating at desks. -
Wear pewter-colored scrubs. 26051842EXPTEMP Job Requirements
Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA PALS - AHA
Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel
Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases
your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a
more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career
advancement. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine
practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches
broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Interacting
with patients from diverse backgrounds enhances your cultural
sensitivity. This is crucial in providing patient-centered care and
fostering positive patient experiences. Travel nursing is a
fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth,
personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places
makes it a unique and rewarding career choice. Working with diverse
patient populations and teams hones your emotional intelligence.
Understanding and navigating different emotions becomes crucial in
providing compassionate patient care.
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