Travel ICU RN - $2,490 per week

About the role

We're looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Ellensburg, WA. The right nurse should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor patients in an Intensive Care Unit setting.
• Provide the most direct care to patients in life‑threatening situations.
• Document and provide physician‑directed care.
• Assess and implement patient care plans.
• Delegate to other care providers as appropriate.
• Provide education and support to patient families, possibly for long‑term care needs.
• Provide basic bedside care.
• Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
• Order and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Take samples for lab work, order corresponding lab work and interpret reports.
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment, and 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 of time; 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 certain chemicals or infectious diseases.
• Treat patients that may be confused, agitated, and/or uncooperative.

Requirements

• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• TNCC certification
• PALS certification
• Minimum 2 years recent acute care experience (1‑2 years preferred)
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an 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