Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a 13-week night shift travel contract in Smyrna, TN, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and active TN or Compact RN license.

Details

• ICU setting within a Level III Trauma hospital
• 16-bed ICU unit with a 2:1 patient-to-nurse ratio
• Unit tech support available
• Advanced procedures performed include trach placement, bronchoscopy, and cardioversion
• Equipment includes GE monitors, Nova glucometers, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Draeger ventilators
• Charting via Meditech
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Floating in rotation with full-time staff and other travelers

Requirements

• Active RN license — TN state or Compact license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment)
• Current NIH Stroke Scale certification required for ICU RNs
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Ventilator and sedation management skills required
• Medication titration experience required
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• Responsibilities include ventilator and sedation management, medication titration, and participation in advanced bedside procedures
• Patient experience standards include AIDET communication framework, completion of communication boards, and medication teaching
• Charcoal gray scrubs required
• Positive attitude, teamwork, and strong problem-solving skills are emphasized for this unit