Trauma Surgical ICU Registered Nurse (RN)
- Work Type: Full Time
- City, State: Lexington, KY
Trauma Surgical ICU Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel PositionLocation: Lexington, KY
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12s Nights
Pay: $2067/week
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and resilient Trauma Surgical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) to provide expert critical care to a diverse patient population. This specialized role involves caring for patients who have sustained severe injuries from accidents or other traumatic events, as well as those who have undergone complex surgical procedures. The Trauma Surgical ICU RN is responsible for advanced monitoring, managing life-sustaining equipment, and implementing interventions in a high-acuity environment. The ideal candidate is a rapid critical thinker, can remain calm and effective under pressure, and has extensive experience with trauma and post-operative care.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Benefits:
About ATC Healthcare
ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses with rewarding career opportunities.
Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law.
Job Type: Travel Contract
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12s Nights
Pay: $2067/week
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and resilient Trauma Surgical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) to provide expert critical care to a diverse patient population. This specialized role involves caring for patients who have sustained severe injuries from accidents or other traumatic events, as well as those who have undergone complex surgical procedures. The Trauma Surgical ICU RN is responsible for advanced monitoring, managing life-sustaining equipment, and implementing interventions in a high-acuity environment. The ideal candidate is a rapid critical thinker, can remain calm and effective under pressure, and has extensive experience with trauma and post-operative care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct, high-acuity care to critically ill trauma and surgical patients.
- Monitor and manage complex medical devices, including ventilators, IV drips, and hemodynamic monitoring systems.
- Administer life-sustaining medications and interventions with precision and accuracy.
- Assess patient conditions and respond quickly to changes in status.
- Collaborate with trauma surgeons, intensivists, and other specialists to develop and execute complex care plans.
- Educate and support patients and their families through difficult and stressful situations.
- Maintain meticulous and accurate documentation of all patient care, assessments, and interventions.
Qualifications:
- Active RN license in Kentucky.
- Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certifications.
- Minimum of 1-2] years of recent Trauma ICU or Surgical ICU nursing experience.
- COVID vaccine and recent TB test may be required.
Benefits:
- Weekly pay with competitive rates
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
- Flexible schedules and personalized career support
About ATC Healthcare
ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses with rewarding career opportunities.
Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law.
