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Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Redding, California
Mercy Medical Center Redding

$2,390-2,885/week

Posted 8 hours ago Verified

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BLS
ACLS
PALS
NIHSS

Job details

A hospital in California is looking for an experienced ICU RN for a travel assignment.

Job requirements

2+ years of experience
Active BLS
ACLS
PALS (preferred)
CA license

Schedule information

12 hr shifts
Schedules made out about 6 weeks in advance
Weekend Requirement: every other
Holidays: no holiday requirement at this time but they may be required to work

Additional Details

COVID Vaccine Required (Certification)
Telemetry, L/D, Emergency and Critical Care RN's will take a proctored Dysrhythmia Test onsite, day one. This is a PASS/FAIL test!
MUST have experience with ICP monitoring and ventrics
HOLIDAY RTO WILL BE CONSIDERED, HOWEVER IT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED
Unit: ICU
# beds: 30 beds
Ratios: 1 to 1-2, 90% of the time will be 1 to 2 ratio
EMR: Cerner
Charge Nurse: yes, they do not take pt assignment
Nurse Aides: No
Scrub Color: navy
Tele: GE
Vents: yes - hamilton
Hospitalist or Intensivist in house: hosp 24/7
IV Team: no
RT 24/7: yes
Pharmacy 24/7: yes
Floating: any of the tele or medsurg units
Floor specific orientation: 1 day on unit
Common diagnosis / Types of patients: trauma - travelers must have this experience, neuro-strokes, head injuries, ventriculostomies, ICP monitoring - candidates MUST have experience with ICP monitoring and ventrics if they do not have this experience then they MUST have experience with post-TPA pts
Additional Notes: candidates must have 2-3 yrs in specialty, previous travel experience preferred, must know ahead of time they will work very hard on this unit, must be open to asking questions or asking for help if needed, unit is fast-paced, must be able to get along well with others, hospital has a very robust interventional radiology program, traveler friendly, Absolutely do not send over candidates who have 2 years or less experience and minimal travel experience UNLESS they have excellent past experiences at larger, fast-paced facilities;12 hr Nights, EOW, First to Float

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About Redding, CA

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Redding, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Redding, CA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 90-100°F, while winter lows average around 30-40°F.
Redding experiences long summers and mild winters.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Redding, CA, with options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Redding is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Redding has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Redding offers a variety of activities including exploring Turtle Bay Exploration Park, visiting the Sundial Bridge, and enjoying outdoor activities at Shasta Lake and Whiskeytown Lake.
There are also options for dining, art, music, and sports in the area.

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