ICU

ICU/Trauma RN — 13-Week Travel Contract | Nights | Redding, CA

This fast-paced ICU/Trauma unit manages high-acuity patients including trauma, neuro-strokes, head injuries, ventriculostomies, and ICP monitoring cases. A robust interventional radiology program supports the unit, and respiratory therapy is present in the ICU around the clock.

Shift & Schedule

• 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• First to float (to PCU, CICU, tele, or med-surg; CICU floats involve ICU-level patients, not open-heart)
• Start date: September 15, 2026

Clinical Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years of ICU specialty experience required
• Experience with ICP monitoring and ventriculostomies is mandatory; candidates without this must have post-TPA patient experience
• Must be comfortable titrating vasopressors and sedation drips
• Must pass a proctored Dysrhythmia Test on Day 1 (pass/fail)
• RNs are responsible for interpreting their own telemetry strips

Certifications

• BLS and ACLS required
• NIHSS required
• PALS preferred; required if assignment extends beyond 6 months
• COVID vaccine required

Unit Support

• Intensivist and charge nurse on-site 24/7 (charge does not carry a patient assignment)
• House supervisor available 24/7
• Respiratory therapy in-unit 24/7
• Unit tech on the floor (primarily secretarial support)

Additional Details

• Scrubs: Navy
• Schedule posted approximately 6 weeks in advance
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• Orientation: 1 day on unit, with additional support available
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential on this high-volume, high-acuity unit