Travel Nurse RN – Med/Surg – $1,912 per week in Fort Smith, AR

Job Description

Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: ICU
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2+ Years
License: Valid RN License
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Must-Have Skills/Experience:
To ensure patient safety, it is mandatory that all licensed co-workers who provide direct patient care pass a medication and math competency test before assuming medication administration responsibilities.
This exam will cover knowledge of the actions and side effects of commonly used drugs along with math regarding correct dosages and IV problems.
The passing grade on this exam is 90% and it may be repeated one time.
Failure to pass the retake may result in termination of employment.

Description:
Position involves direct patient care in an ICU setting.
The unit handles a mixed patient population with a majority of medical patients, along with neuro and cardiovascular surgery patients.
The facility has a total of 38 beds and operates with patient ratios of 2:1 or 3:1.
Experience with CRRT, ventilators, and hemodynamic monitoring is preferred.
Float requirements include Med Surg and Stepdown units.
Preferred certifications include CCRN or SCRN, as well as experience in open heart recovery.
Team-oriented individuals with a commitment to patient safety and quality care are sought for this role.
Dress code requires scrubs in black, with no hoodies permitted.