Registered Nurse (RN) STICU Nights
About The Position
The Surgical Trauma ICU at IFMC is seeking a full-time experienced ICU Registered Nurse. This is a high acuity, 18-bed unit designated for the most seriously ill or injured trauma patients. The Inova Trauma Center specialists provide rapid response to surrounding counties and states within a 200-mile radius from the hospital. The Trauma ICU is committed to facilitating a comprehensive continuum of care for our patients beginning with the “Golden Hour” of trauma resuscitation and extending beyond their discharge. Trauma ICU nurses act as designated trauma bay responders to work in tandem with Trauma Surgeons and Emergency Department staff to respond to critically ill trauma patients the moment they enter the ED/ Trauma Bay. This integrated trauma team approach facilitates excellence in teamwork and enhances the ability of the Trauma ICU nurse to understand all phases of trauma recovery process. The Inova Trauma Center serves a population of more than 3,500 trauma patients annually in addition to surgical patients experiencing hemorrhagic shock and/or post-operative patients under the consultation of a Trauma/Acute Care Surgeon. The Inova Trauma Center is Northern Virginia's only Level 1 Trauma Center and one of only 73 Level 1 trauma centers recognized across the U.S by the ACS. Care needs for our patients may include, but are not limited to patients requiring: Invasive hemodynamic and/or cardiac monitoring, Massive Transfusion Protocol, Intracranial pressure monitoring, Intubation and mechanical ventilation with or without advanced modalities, Intravenous administration of vasoactive medications, Post-operative recovery for extensive surgical procedures, Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an ICU RN.
- BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associate’s Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
- BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification required.
- RN licensed, or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a RN.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS strongly preferred (must obtain within first 3 months).
- 2+ years of ICU RN experience.
Responsibilities
- Act as designated trauma bay responders to work in tandem with Trauma Surgeons and Emergency Department staff to respond to critically ill trauma patients the moment they enter the ED/ Trauma Bay.
- Facilitate excellence in teamwork and enhance the ability to understand all phases of trauma recovery process.
- Provide care for patients requiring invasive hemodynamic and/or cardiac monitoring.
- Administer care for patients on Massive Transfusion Protocol.
- Monitor patients with intracranial pressure monitoring.
- Manage patients requiring intubation and mechanical ventilation with or without advanced modalities.
- Administer intravenous medications, including vasoactive medications.
- Provide post-operative recovery care for extensive surgical procedures.
- Manage patients requiring continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Robust team member wellness program
- Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance
- Up to $10,000 for student loans.
- 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work schedules
- Sign on Bonus
- Relocation bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
