Operating Room RN in Milledgeville, GA

A healthcare role is available for a Registered Nurse with ICU expertise, offering an opportunity to engage in critical care nursing within a high-acuity environment. This contract position involves working primarily the 12-hour night shift from 7 PM to 7 AM, on a schedule that includes 36 hours per week. The role requires flexibility to float among various specialized intensive care units, providing comprehensive care to a diverse patient population.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care in ICU settings including Medical ICU, Surgical Trauma ICU, Cardiovascular ICU, Neuro ICU, Critical Care Unit, and Progressive Care Unit.
• Manage complex patients requiring ventilator support, vasopressors, sedation, and various infusion therapies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including respiratory therapists, intensivists, and hospitalists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain competencies such as EKG interpretation as part of onboarding and ongoing performance.
• Participate in holiday and weekend rotations, providing care during major holidays as scheduled.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of two years ICU nursing experience required.
• Current RN licensure with certifications including BLS and ACLS; CCRN certification preferred.
• Proficiency in tracheostomy care, chest tube management, PIV starts, and managing complex IV drips such as insulin, heparin, vasopressors, and paralytics.
• Experience using EMR systems (preferably EPIC), Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Phillips monitoring equipment.
• Ability to float and adapt to different ICU units within the healthcare system.

Location Overview:
This assignment is located in Milledgeville, Georgia, a city known for its rich history and welcoming community atmosphere. With its blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty, the area offers a comfortable setting for both work and life. Access to amenities and outdoor recreational activities makes it an appealing destination for healthcare professionals looking to balance career and lifestyle.

If you have the critical care skills and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic ICU environment, this contract opportunity could be the next step in your professional journey. Apply now to be considered for this rewarding night shift nursing role with diverse clinical exposure.