Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our intensive care unit (ICU) team. As an ICU nurse, you will provide specialized care for critically ill patients in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and prioritize patient conditions and collaborate with healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Monitor and interpret patient vital signs, detect deviations from normal, and take appropriate action.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians and monitor responses to ensure efficacy and minimize adverse effects.
• Operate and monitor specialized equipment, such as ventilators and cardiac monitors.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families, ensuring effective communication of treatment plans and progress.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and document nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes.

Requirements:

• Valid RN license in [State/Region].
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; CCRN certification preferred.
• Minimum [X] years of experience in an ICU setting; recent critical care experience highly desirable.
• Proficiency in advanced clinical skills, including hemodynamic monitoring, ventilator management, and titration of vasoactive medications.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team.

Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract

Pay: $2,800.00 - $2,850.00 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Critical & Intensive Care

Physical setting:

• Hospital
• ICU

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Breakdown pay

Supplemental schedule:

• Extended hours

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bakersfield, CA 93301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person