Travel Critical Care RN - $2,260 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for Coronary Care Unit (CCU) in Aberdeen, Washington. This is a 13‑week travel assignment requiring 36 hours per week on 12‑hour night shifts. The ideal candidate should have 1‑2 years of recent acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor patients in an Intensive Care Unit setting.
• Provide direct care to patients in life‑threatening situations, documenting and implementing physician‑directed care.
• Assess and implement patient care plans and delegate to other care providers as appropriate.
• Provide education and support to patient families, including long‑term care needs.
• Provide basic bedside care.
• Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication; report any adverse reactions.
• Order and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Take samples for lab work, order corresponding lab work and interpret reports.
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment; interpret and record electronic displays.
• Ensure proper placement and functioning of catheters, leads and tubing.
• Communicate patients' conditions to family members.
• Stand and walk for long periods; bend, lean and stoop without difficulty.
• Easily lift 20 pounds; moving or lifting patients may require up to 50 pounds.
• Face hazards from exposure to chemicals or infectious diseases; treat patients who may be confused, agitated, or uncooperative.

Requirements

• ACLS certification
• BLS certification
• NIH certification
• Minimum of 3 years of recent acute care experience (posting also notes 1‑2 years recent acute care experience)
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning the assignment.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Schedule

• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per week: 36 hours
• Shift: 12 hours, nights