Job Description
Job Description
Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years ICU RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
An opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Nurse with ICU specialization to provide exceptional care in a high-acuity neurological intensive care setting. This role focuses on managing patients in a Neuro ICU environment utilizing advanced critical care technologies and protocols.
Location: Naval Anacost Annex, Washington, DC a bustling urban area known for its unique blend of historic sites and vibrant city life. The Naval Anacost Annex offers a dynamic healthcare environment with access to professional development and rich cultural experiences in the nations capital.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver comprehensive critical care nursing to patients in a Neuro ICU setting.
- Utilize specialized equipment such as EVD (External Ventricular Drain), Raumedic Bolt, Artic Sun cooling system, CVVH (Continuous Veno-Venous Hemofiltration), lytic catheter, Flo-tracker, and occasionally PA-catheter.
- Perform conscious sedation, manage ICP (Intracranial Pressure), and ventilator support.
- Float within units of equivalent or lower acuity, including other ICUs or Intermediate Care Units (IMC).
- Adhere to facility policies including mandatory influenza vaccination.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Registered Nurse (RN) license pending for DC acceptable at application; valid DC licensure required before start date.
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience; new travelers encouraged to apply.
- Certification requirements: BLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and ACLS (required); CCRN preferred.
- Proven skills in conscious sedation, ICP management, and ventilator care.
- Preferred: Level 1 trauma experience, pulmonary artery lines, IV starts, and phlebotomy.
- Must successfully pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with at least 80% overall and 100% on lethal rhythms.
Schedule:
- Primarily day shifts, 3x12-hour shifts from 07:00 to 19:00.
- Night shifts up to two weeks within a six-week schedule.
- No call requirements; rotating evening, day, and night shifts as needed, including holidays.
This contract role offers a challenging yet rewarding environment for critical care nurses eager to advance their careers. Candidates with a strong background in neurologic critical care and critical care certifications are encouraged to apply promptly.
Take the next step in your nursing career by applying today to contribute your expertise to this specialized Neuro ICU unit.
Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.