Registered Nurse – Progressive Care - Travel - (PCU RN)

Registered Nurse – Progressive Care - Travel - (PCU RN)

JOB DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care - Travel - (PCU RN)
StartDate: 6/12/2024 Available Shifts: 12 N Pay Rate: $2327.07 - $3043.09
Exclusive order to AMN Healthcare! Serving San Diego since 1967 we provide high quality care and a full range of health care services including medical specialty and emergency services for more than 500,000 members throughout the county. Over 7,700 staff and more than 1,100 quality doctors provide care at our medical facility which has 414 licensed beds and a 78 bed Emergency Department. We are currently looking for an experience ICU RN for our 24 bed critical care unit with a daily census of 22, with Float to DOU,SDU, Tele and MS units. We see all ages Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults& Geriatrics. The skills & certifications we are looking for are as follows: BLS, ACLS, Telemetry, Ventilator Management, Swans, CCRN. We are an exciting team who always put our patients first! Additional Unit Information: Total # of beds in the unit: 24.Average daily census:22. Age Groups: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics. Unit Patient population: Medical, Surgical, Neuro-Surg., Cardiac & Pulmonary Critical care patients, ventilated, Sepsis, MSOF, ARDS, Hemodynamic monitoring (arterial and pulmonary artery. Rarely cares for Pediatric patients. Certifications/Skills required: BLS, ACLS, Telemetry, Ventilator Management, Swans, CCRN. RN must have at least 2 years of ICU experience; if a work day is missed (e.g., sick call), it must be made up. No nasal, tongue or eyebrow piercing (one piercing in ears is okay. No visible tattoos. Special medications on the unit: Unit Dose System, Nothing special; usual ICU Drips. Special procedures: Nothing special, regular ICU procedures. Will not be assigned to Neuro-surgical patients with ICP monitoring; patients with pulmonary artery catheters, BIS monitor. Procedures that could cause ethical issues: Terminally ill patients that are still on " Full Code Status". Cases of Dometic Violence. Withdrawal of life support. Depending on census will float if necessary. Scrubs any color provided by RN.
Required Qualifications
**Must be willing to float to SDMC, Zion, & San Marcos Medical Center**
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
Vent experience required
Must take and Pass EKG test upon arrival to continue assignment
2 year experience in DOU or ICU
ABOUT THE FACILITY
The Kaiser Permanente group is a name synonymous with high quality medical care in the state of California, and the San Diego Medical Center is no exception. Open and serving San Diego County since 1967, the facility is equipped with 414 licensed beds and a 78-bed ER. The hospital offers a comprehensive array of primary and specialty care services and carries accreditations from a number of national agencies, including the Joint Commission and CARF.
FACILITY LOCATION
San Diego is a vibrant city filled with endless possibilities for adventure. From the beautiful beaches to the bustling downtown area, there is always something exciting to explore. As a traveling healthcare professional, you will have the opportunity to experience all that this city has to offer, from hiking in the nearby mountains to sampling delicious cuisine from around the world. With a diverse population and a rich cultural scene, San Diego is the perfect place to work and play.
* Visit the world-famous San Diego Zoo
* Explore Balboa Park and its many museums
* Relax on the sandy shores of Coronado Beach
* Hike Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
* Take a sunset cruise on San Diego Bay
JOB BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:
* Competitive pay rates
* Free, quality, private housing
* Medical, Dental, Vision
* 401(k) and Flex Spending
* Life Insurance
* Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
* Free Continuing Education
* Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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