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Job ID: 892021
Estimated Weekly Gross: $2,564.75
Job Title
RN (Registered Nurse) – ICU
Location
Long Beach, CA | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 12-Hour Day Shifts (0630–1900) | Full-Time
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in a 32-bed ICU setting with a 2:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, organized in pods of 8
- Manage complex patient populations including neuro, cardiac, PCI, sepsis, stroke, TBI, ETOH, and ventilator-dependent patients; experience with Ventriculostomy and Camino ICP monitoring expected
- Administer and monitor critical drips including pressors, antiarrhythmics, and sedation
- Independently read and interpret cardiac monitor strips — no monitor technicians on unit
- Participate in huddle report and bedside report; float to Telemetry and ED ICU/Tele holds as needed
- Rotate holiday coverage with core staff; availability for 2 of 3 major holidays is required
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license valid in the state of California
- BLS certification required
- ACLS certification required
- NIHSS certification required
- Proficiency with Cerner EMR
- Ability to work every other weekend and rotate holiday shifts with core staff
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Minimum 3 years of ICU nursing experience preferred
- Experience with ventilator management, ICP monitoring, and high-acuity neuro/cardiac patient populations
- Familiarity with Ventriculostomy care and Camino ICP monitoring devices
Why Join Us
- Work in a well-supported ICU environment with an in-house Intensivist/Hospitalist, 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, and 24/7 Pharmacy services
- Structured unit orientation provided, including dedicated time with an ICU educator and preceptor to support a smooth transition onto the unit