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THIS POSITION REQUIRES A FULL 3 YEARS OF ICU EXPERIENCE TO BE CONSIDERED. The right candidate will have 3 full years of current ICU experience and hold an active BLS, ACLS, NIHSS and AZ license or compact license (TNCC is preferred). Travelers could also float to the sister facility Mercy Gilbert, if needed. Typically, every other weekend is required but might have to work 3 weekends a month if unit is busy and needs extra coverage. Flexibility is a must. Travelers must pass a dysrhythmia exam upon offer with 2 max attempts. There is also a pass/fail Sim Lab on Day 1 of orientation (study guides will be provided with the first day instructions).

Job requirements

3 YEARS OF RECENT ICU EXPERIENCE
Experience must also include EITHER neuro or CV
UNA Dysrhythmia Exam required 24-48hrs PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE of a position. MAX ATTEMPTS IS 2
Surgical ICU - Trauma Neuro Surgery
Are RNs required to titrate drips? Yes
Charge Nurse Yes, do not take patients
Hospitalist or Intensivist in house Yes, 24/7
RT in ICU 24/7 Yes
No monitor techs on unit, RN required to interpret own strip. GE monitors

Schedule information

Self-scheduling. Manager may need to balance shifts for unit needs.
3 weekend shifts in a 4 week schedule, Nightshift weekends are Friday - Saturday. Dayshift are Saturday - Sunday
May have 1 holiday off in an assignment
No additional call/standby shifts required. However, may be low censused up to 3 times per contract depending on unit needs
Float to tele with a 1:3 or 1:4 ratio as needed
Scrub Color/Dress Code Navy
Unit/Department specific orientation 1-2 days

Unit specific information

Surgical ICU - Trauma Neuro Surgery
Medical ICU - Medical Cardiac + Overflow
CVICU- On and off pump CABG, Valves, Post Caths, TAVR, IABP, Impella, ECMO (new 3/2022), Tandem heart, esophagectomies

Additional Details

Flexibility is a must.
COVID vaccine is required or declination form with appropriate documentation AND hospital approval.
Will validate skills for trauma, neuro and specialty devices as needed.
Sister units are a medical/cardiac 36 bed ICU & 12 bed overflow ICU. Expectation is to float between all 3 ICUs.

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Not-For-Profit Hospital
Short Term Acute Care
Level I Trauma
429 beds
Oracle Cerner

ADDRESS1955 W Frye RdChandler, AZ 85224

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About Chandler, AZ

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

Cost of Living

Chandler's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Chandler experiences hot summers with average highs around 104°F and mild winters with average lows around 42°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Chandler and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Chandler is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.

Demographics

Chandler has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies due to desert flora.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Chandler offers a variety of restaurants, including Southwestern and international cuisine.
The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and theaters.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golfing and hiking in the beautiful outdoors.

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