Travel ICU Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Oxnard, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced ICU RN for a night shift position requiring a current CA RN license and strong critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 20-bed ICU and CCU within an acute care hospital setting
• Patient population includes neuro surgery (craniotomies, carotids, ventriculostomies, ICP monitoring), open heart, post-caths, impellas, and balloon pumps
• Drips commonly managed include vasoactive agents, levophed, norepinephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, propofol, and fentanyl
• Ventilator management required; no CRRT or ECMO
• Nurses are responsible for cardiac monitoring and must read their own strips using Phillips monitors
• Cerner EMR is used; experience preferred
• Night shifts (7p-7a), with every other weekend required
• Floating required, including to IMCU (stepdown) or Observation units
• Self-scheduling is offered but not always guaranteed
• Nurses will participate in the care of complex surgical and cardiac patients, including monitoring, drips, and advanced interventions
• Orientation includes three unit-specific shifts
• Navy scrubs are required
• Travelers may be required to work one major and one minor holiday with perm staff rotation
• No IV team support; nurse aides present for select duties (blood draws, EKGs, tech duties)
• Hospitalist or intensivist present in-house; on-call after hours
• Pharmacy and respiratory therapy available 24/7
• First-time travelers may be considered
• Candidates cannot have been directly employed by the affiliated health system within the past year

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required at the time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 3 years of ICU experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS; PALS preferred
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years
• Experience with neuro and cardiac ICU patients preferred
• Cerner EMR experience preferred
• Must provide a valid driver's license for consideration

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

American Traveler Job ID #P-638097. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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