TravelNurseSource is working with AMN Healthcare to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in BANGOR, Maine, 04401 Pay Information $1,976 to $2,178 per week About The Position Job Description & Requirements Registered Nurse – Intensive Care - ICU - Travel - (ICU RN) StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 12 D Pay Rate: $1976.02 - $2177.66 Night shift is non negotiable 26 weeks is highly preferred About Facility: Address: 489 State St. Bangor, ME 04401 Level II Trauma Center Bed: 411 General Information: Beds: Varies, based on unit Will you accept a traveler with 1-year experience? No, 2 years Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: Please ask all travelers about charge experience and include in the offer if they have/have not worked in a CRN capacity Multispecialty Critical Care patients: Medical/Surgical/Cardiac/Neuro/Ortho/Trauma/Interventional Common diagnoses included but are not limited to: Stroke, ICP monitoring, EVD Drains, spinal precautions, DKA, Sepsis, Multisystem trauma, COVID, STEMI, NSTEMI, Heart failure ICU Float Pool RNs could float to ER Hold/Obs and care for MedSurg level patients there and Stepdown units – this can happen as often as is needed Patient Ratios: 1:2, based on acuity. May get 3rd patient as one is being downgraded ED Hold/Obs: 1:4-5, dependent on acuity Required Licensure & Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS Skills required: No more than 6 days of RTO (no holidays) is accepted at this time Neuro and Trauma experience is an absolute must – please decline travelers without this; Ventilator management, critical care drips/titration, cardiac rhythm interpretation, measuring cardiac strips, drains, chest tubes, hemodynamic lines: art lines/CVP, Stroke experience Support within the Department: CNA (Ratio - 1:10 days; 1:10 nights) Charge nurse Phlebotomy, shared responsibility with RN Resource Nurse 0700-1900, depending on unit House Supervisor, 24/7 RT, 24/7 Hospitalist, 24/7 Cardiovascular Surgeon and team for CV surgical patients, 24/7 Intensivist, available for consult 24/7 OT, PT, ST – 0800-1600 Technology/Equipment: EMR: Cerner IV pumps: Alaris Medication dispensing: Pyxis Monitors: Floating: If yes, where? This is a float pool position that floats between all levels of care, appropriate to care type – this does include floating into the ED to take ED holds (patients with admission orders) AND/OR ED Observation patients (holding orders but not fully admitted); will include patients within your scope of practice and below; as well as PACU Holds (patients with inpatient orders awaiting a bed) Orientation: General hospital orientation followed by a tour by the education department to each floor. They get one shift of orientation and then they are on their own Scheduling: Weekend rotation: Every other Day shift: Sat/Sun Night shift: Fri/Sat On call? No Holiday Expectations: No RTO accepted for Holidays Approval of RTO: to go through manager Shift times: see posting Schedule cycle: Other notes: Scrub Color: Any color, must be professional No crocs with holes Parking: Free Required Qualifications ME RN license or compact state lic BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS ICU SCL and Reference within a year RTO upon submission, no more that six days. SSN & DOB 100 mile radius rule Will not accept previous perm Northern Lights employees Coversheet needs to include perm address and mileage from facility About the Facility Featuring 411 beds, this medical center has 450 physicians and offers specialty and intensive services. This facility provides outreach clinics to many local hospitals in the region, allowing easier access for patients and supporting the role of those hospitals in their communities. In addition, the facility features a statewide medical helicopter service that transports critically ill and injured patients. Facility Location Bangor is the major commercial and cultural center for eastern and northern Maine. The City is located in the heart of Maine and looked upon as being Maine's "Queen City" ever since 1834. Residents and visitors alike can benefit from the best of both worlds: a clean and friendly city that captures all the excitement, opportunity and activity, with shpping centers and cafes that are easy to access. 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. Critical care nurse, CCU RN, intensive care nurse, ICU nurse, ICU nursing, ICU, intensive care, critical care, registered nurse, RN, R.N., nurse, nursing, healthcare, health care, patient care 25985680EXPTEMP Job Requirements ME RN license or compact state lic BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS ICU SCL and Reference within a year RTO upon submission, no more that six days. SSN & DOB 100 mile radius rule Will not accept previous perm Northern Lights employees Coversheet needs to include perm address and mileage from facility 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 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing As a travel nurse, you'll work in various healthcare settings, gaining exposure to diverse patient populations, medical procedures, and healthcare systems. This broadens your clinical skills and enhances your adaptability. Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies. Travel nurses often form close bonds with colleagues who share similar adventurous spirits. This camaraderie can provide a strong support system during assignments and beyond. Travel nursing exposes you to various healthcare professionals, including industry leaders and experts. Networking with these individuals can open doors to mentorship and career advancement opportunities. Travel nursing provides a level of professional autonomy. While adhering to facility policies, you have the opportunity to work independently and contribute your expertise to different teams.