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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical ICU (SICU) travel position in Wichita, KS, requiring a minimum of 1 year of acute care ICU experience and ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications.
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Work setting is a 26-bed Surgical ICU (SICU) on the 2nd floor of a large hospital in Wichita, KS
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Patient population includes trauma patients, post-CABG, post-TAVR, and general post-surgical ICU patients
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Patient ratio is 1:2, with 1:1 for high-acuity patients including post-CABG
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Common procedures include chest tube management, central line care, and medication drips
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Specialized equipment includes balloon pumps, CRRT, hypothermia systems, and ECMO
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EMR system is Meditech
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Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
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Unit is staffed with 13 RNs, 1 Charge Nurse, and 1 Patient Care Tech per shift
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Active KS or Compact RN license required
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Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) — AHA or ARC accepted; certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start
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Minimum 1 year of recent acute care hospital ICU experience required
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US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
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One professional reference required
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No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
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TNCC certification is preferred
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Prior travel experience at large trauma facilities is preferred
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Ideal candidates are driven, organized, efficient, and maintain a positive, engaged attitude
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Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
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This is a 13-week travel contract
