Travel ICU Nurse - Neuro / Cardiac - $2,185 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Chandler, Arizona. 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 seeking an experienced ICU RN with 3 years of recent ICU experience, including neuro or CV, for a critical care night shift position at a Level 1 trauma center. Responsibilities Position is in the ICU of an acute care hospital Level 1 trauma center with a 32-bed surgical ICU specializing in trauma neuro surgery and a 36-bed medical cardiac ICU plus 12-bed overflow unit Patient populations include trauma, neuro-surgical, cardiac, sepsis, ARDS, MVAs, GSWs, status post-TPA, and various critical care cases Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1 : 2 or 1 : 1 depending on acuity RNs are required to titrate multiple critical drips including vasopressors, sedatives, and insulin RNs must interpret their own EKG strips using GE monitors Ventilator management with Dreager, Hamilton, Puritan Bennett 840, V60s BiPAP, and Airvo EMR system used is Cerner Night shifts, 12 hours, self-scheduling with up to three weekends per month expected Floating will be required between all ICUs and to telemetry units with 1 : 3-1 : 4 ratios Mandatory navy scrub dress code Auto-offer process based on clinical prescreening Charge nurses are available and do not take assignments No monitor techs; RNs are responsible for EKG interpretation Respiratory therapists and hospitalists / intensivists are present in the ICU 24 / 7 First time travelers are accepted if minimum experience is met Unit orientation is 1-2 days Staff must cover holidays as assigned, typically only one holiday off per assignment Skills validation for trauma, neuro, and specialty equipment / devices will be conducted No nurse aides are routinely available; support roles limited to sitters and unit secretaries Requirements Active RN license in AZ or Compact (NLC); pending licenses not accepted Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Minimum 3 years of recent ICU experience with at least 2 years in the ICU and experience in either neuro or CV Ability to titrate a wide range of critical care drips Must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia exam (max 2 attempts) within 24-48 hours prior to acceptance Successful completion of a pass / fail Sim Lab for sterile technique on Day 1 of orientation Must provide a copy of driver's license for consideration Must submit two professional references : one supervisor from the past 12 months and a peer or supervisor from the past 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility Candidates may not have been employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity Health facilities within the past year 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-620541. 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.