Job Title: ICU Travel NurseLocation: University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), Baltimore, MDPosition Type: Travel AssignmentDuration: [Insert Duration, e.g., 13 Weeks]Shift: [Specify Shift, e.g., Days, Nights, Rotating]Job Summary:The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) in Baltimore, MD, is seeking a skilled and dedicated ICU Travel Nurse to join our team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide exceptional care to critically ill patients in a world-class healthcare environment. As an ICU Travel Nurse, you will work with advanced medical technology and collaborate with a highly skilled team to deliver life-saving treatments.Key Responsibilities:
- Critical Care: Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients requiring intensive monitoring, advanced interventions, and life support.
- Patient Monitoring: Continuously assess patients' vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and overall condition to detect changes and implement timely interventions.
- Advanced Procedures: Administer medications, manage ventilators, perform complex wound care, and assist with invasive procedures such as central line placements and arterial blood gas draws.
- Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and the multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, ensuring compliance with UMMS policies and regulatory requirements.
- Family Support: Provide clear communication and emotional support to families, helping them understand patient conditions, treatments, and care plans.
- Compliance and Safety: Adhere to evidence-based practices, hospital protocols, and regulatory standards to ensure patient safety and high-quality care.
Why UMMS and Baltimore?UMMS is renowned for its cutting-edge medical technology and commitment to excellence in patient care. Located in Baltimore, a vibrant city with rich history and cultural attractions, you'll enjoy a rewarding work-life balance.Join the UMMS team as an ICU Travel Nurse and make a profound impact in critical care nursing while advancing your career in one of the nation's top healthcare systems. Apply today!Requirements
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted with relevant experience.
- Licensure: Active and unencumbered RN license in Maryland or compact state licensure.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of ICU nursing experience in an acute care setting.
- Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification preferred.
- Skills: Proficiency in critical care nursing techniques, strong decision-making skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, of $45-$50/hour
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Travel reimbursement and licensure assistance.
- Access to professional development opportunities and dedicated recruiter support.