ICU

Night Shift ICU Nurse – 13-Week Contract

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced ICU nurse for a 13-week night shift assignment (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 3x12-hour schedule). This role supports a mixed-specialty unit managing trauma, neuro, medical ICU, surgical ICU, and cardiovascular patients with advanced devices. You'll care for adult and geriatric patients in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Clinical Scope & Requirements

You'll manage high-acuity patients requiring:

• Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Ventilator management and weaning
• Hemodynamic monitoring (arterial lines, central lines, pulmonary artery lines)
• Advanced cardiac support devices (Impella, IABP, ventricular assist devices)
• Continuous IV sedation and vasoactive drip titration
• IV insulin protocols and GI surgery patients
• PICC line and blood product administration
• On-unit EEG monitoring

Staffing & Float Requirements

• You will float to medical/surgical and PCU units as needed
• Every-other-weekend rotation
• First-time travelers welcome

Required Qualifications

• Current California RN license
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications
• Minimum 2 years acute/critical care experience
• Strong dysrhythmia management and device experience

Preferred

• PALS and CCRN certifications
• CVICU background

Contract Details

• 13-week assignment
• Orientation: 12 hours
• Parking provided
• COVID-19 vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)