RN - ICU | Macon, GA | Contract

Quick Look

  • Weekly Gross Pay: $1,588 - $1,765
  • Shift: 12hr Night Shift - 36
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • Number of Openings: 1

Join our team as an RN in the ICU at a leading acute-care hospital in Macon, GA. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, providing critical care to patients with a variety of complex conditions. We pride ourselves on being named Best Nurse Agency 2024–2025, and we are committed to supporting our nurses throughout their journey.

Unit Information:

  • Each ICU unit has 10-20 beds.
  • Minimum of 2 years ICU RN experience required.
  • First-time travelers are welcome.

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:

  • CCU - Critical Care Unit
  • MICU - Medical ICU
  • STICU - Surgical Trauma ICU
  • NICU - Neuro ICU
  • CVICU - Cardiovascular ICU
  • PCU - Progressive Care Unit (Step down unit)

Patient Ratios:

  • RN: ICU – 1:1-2
  • PCU – 1:3-4
  • LPN: 1:4-6
  • CNA: Most units have 1-2 CNA per shift.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • CCRN (preferred)
  • Travelers will be required to pass an EKG competency exam during onboarding.

Skills Required:

  • Trach care
  • Chest tube management
  • PIV starts
  • Glucometer usage
  • Common drips: Insulin, Heparin, narcotic, paralytic, sedation, cardiac, etc.
  • Ability to actively titrate vasopressors.

Support within the Department:

  • CNA assistance with vitals, blood glucose checks, baths, bed changes, feeding, and patient safety.
  • Unit Secretary on unit from 7a-11p; house-wide call secretary from 11p-7a.
  • Charge nurse available.
  • Phlebotomy primarily done by lab collect; RNs draw from CVLs.
  • PICC team available for IV access.
  • Resource nurses and discharge nurses support the unit.
  • RT, Hospitalist, and Intensivist available 24/7.
  • Central telemetry unit for monitoring.

Technology/Equipment:

  • EMR: EPIC
  • IV Pump: Alaris
  • Med dispensing: Pyxis
  • Monitors: Phillips
  • Unit specific equipment: Nova Glucose Stat Strips.

Floating:

  • Travelers may be required to float to all Med/Tele units as needed.

Orientation:

  • 1 day orientation with educational modules.
  • 2 days departmental training.

Scheduling:

  • Weekend rotation: 5-6 weekend shifts out of 12 (on a 6-week schedule).
  • No call required.
  • Holiday expectations: work one shift of each major holiday.
  • Shift times: 12-hour shifts from 7A-7P or 7P-7A.
  • Schedule cycle: every 6 weeks.

Additional Notes:

  • Scrub Color: RN - Navy; LPN - Ceil Blue.
  • Free parking available around campus or paid parking in decks.
  • Unit culture is busy and team-oriented.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and join our dedicated team, apply today!