American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a nights ICU position working with adult and geriatric stroke, cardiac, and overdose patients, requiring ACLS and BLS certification.Job Details•Position is in the ICU of a hospital environment with 12 beds and an average daily census of 8,•Patient population includes adults and geriatrics dealing primarily with stroke, cardiac (cardiovert, pacemaker, no open heart), and overdose cases,•Shifts are 3x12 hours, nights from 19:00 to 7:30,•Float required to MS/Tele, medical, surgical, intermediate care, and step-down units as needed,•Procedures include central line placement, bronchoscopy, and PEG tube management,•Epic is the EMR system used on this unit,•Required to work holidays as needed and every other weekend,Job Requirements•Active RN license in hand for IL required at time of consideration (IL is not a compact state),•Minimum of 2 years recent ICU experience required,•Current BLS and ACLS certifications required,•Proficiency in ventilator management, pressor and sedation titration, tele, IV start, and stroke management required,•Experience with balloon pumps and CRRT preferred,•Epic EMR experience required,•No candidates residing within a 75-mile radius of the facility,•First-time travelers are accepted,•References from supervisors within the last 2 years are preferred,•Must pass fit testing for masks (facial hair must allow proper fit),Additional Information•Primary responsibilities include care for acutely ill stroke, cardiac, and overdose patients, including ventilator and advanced cardiac support,•Scrubs are provided for staff,•Free parking available on site,•Bring your own lock for locker use and either bring lunch or money for the on-site café,•Must not be a returning permanent employee within the past year at any BJC facility,•Travelers may remain for up to 18 months before a mandatory 3-month break is required,•No RTO allowed during the first week of orientation; maximum of 7 days RTO per 13-week contract,•All travelers will float within the service line or to nearby affiliate hospitals as needed,),•hash,:• ,
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