ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Overview

This position is for an experienced ICU Registered Nurse (RN) in a Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU). We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our team, providing high-quality care to critically ill patients.

Shift Details

• Shift: 7 PM – 7 AM
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Weekend Requirements: To be discussed during the interview
• Call Requirements: To be discussed during the interview

Unit Specifics

• Number of Beds: 16
• Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:2
• Unit Staffing Description: Assignments based on patient acuity and nurse skills
• Type of Equipment: Includes all standard ICU equipment such as ventilators, NXStage, Arctic Sun, and GE Cardiac Output monitor
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Scheduling Requirements: Flexible, scheduled one month in advance
• Floating Policy: As needed

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and hypothermia protocol
• Familiarity with Meditech documentation system

Certifications

• Active RN license in Texas (temporary licenses not accepted)

Procedures Performed on Unit

• Central line placements
• Thoracentesis
• Dialysis catheter placements
• Cardioversion and intubation procedures
• All other standard ICU procedures

Patient Experience

Candidates should have experience caring for surgical patients, particularly in oncology settings.

Dress Code

The dress code for this position includes the following requirements:

• Scrub Color: Royal Blue
• Nail Policy: Clean and healthy without artificial nails or gel
• Hair: Neat and clean, avoiding extreme styles or colors; should be pulled back if shoulder length or longer
• Tattoos: Should be covered whenever possible; those that cannot be covered will be evaluated individually
• Piercings: Visible piercings other than ears are prohibited

Unit Guidelines/Policies

• Attendance policies will be adhered to as per company-wide standards.
• Floating guidelines will be discussed prior to the assignment.

Location: Dallas, TX