Registered Nurse ICU
Job Title
- Registered Nurse - ICU
Location
- Chesapeake, VA
Schedule / Job Type
- Night shifts, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours per shift, full-time
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialized nursing care to ICU patients, including neuro, post-neurosurgical, stroke, and trauma cases
- Monitor and manage ventilators, IV drips, telemetry, and conscious sedation
- Respond to medical emergencies such as arrhythmias, respiratory failure, sepsis, and MODS
- Float to Stepdown, Emergency Department, or Medical-Surgical units as needed
- Adhere to all protocols related to patient safety and clinical procedures
- Complete initial and ongoing skills assessments, including EKG interpretation and P/F testing as required
Required Qualifications
- Valid VA or compact nursing license in hand at the time of submission
- Strong neuro nursing experience, specifically with post-neurosurgical, EVD, and stroke patients
- BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association
- NIHSS certification required
- EPIC EMR proficiency
- Ability to float to various units, including Stepdown, ED, and MedSurg
- Current driver’s license for address verification
- No prior license or background hits
Preferred Experience / Skills
- 3+ years of critical care experience, preferably in neuro ICU
- Travel or ICU-specific experience preferred
- Experience with Vent management, IV titration, and telemetry monitoring
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a thriving coastal community with access to outdoor activities and vibrant city life
- Join a dedicated team providing high-quality critical care in a dynamic hospital environment
- Competitive shifts with OT eligibility after 48 hours
Shift Details
- Night shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM), 3 shifts per week
Additional Notes
- Local candidates residing within 50 miles of Chesapeake are preferred
- Candidate must demonstrate strong neuro critical care skills and pass all required assessments
- Submission must include current VA or compact license, qualifying background check, and address verification
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