ICU

ICU RN – Progressive Care Unit

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced ICU RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU). This is a night shift role ideal for nurses who thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and want to deepen their critical care expertise.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: 3x12-hour nights (19:00–07:00)
• Contract: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP

• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Float: Within skillset required
• Call: Not required

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year ICU RN experience
• California RN license (must be current and in hand)
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and LA Fire Card (valid within 30 days)
• First-time travelers welcome

Clinical Scope

You'll care for adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses including sepsis, MI, stroke, COVID-19, CHF, open heart recovery, and trauma. Daily responsibilities include:

• Management of intubated/ventilated patients
• BiPAP/CPAP and high-flow oxygen delivery
• Cardiac drip management (non-titration)
• Vasoactive drip management (non-titration)
• Chest tube care, tracheostomy management, and surgical drain care
• PICC line and IV management
• Telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation
• ABG interpretation and post-MI/hemodialysis care
• Intubation, extubation, and EGD assistance

Support Services

Physical therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, rapid response teams, and unit secretaries support your work.

Other Details

• Free parking
• Any scrub color (L/D & OR provided)
• Interdisciplinary team environment