About This Position
Join our team as a per diem Registered Nurse in Orange, CA, supporting patients in an ICU setting on a 13-week assignment.
Position Details
- Specialty: General RN – ICU
- Employment type: Per diem
- Shift: Day shift, 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. (listed as 1 × 12 hours)
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Start date: December 21, 2026
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care and monitor patients in an intensive care setting.
- Administer and manage treatments and therapies within the scope of the role.
- Collaborate with the care team and document patient care.
Requirements
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.
- Patient ratio experience: 1:2.
- Charting system: Epic preferred.
- IV therapy: accessing and managing ports (required); arterial line management; blood product administration; central line care and management; PICC line management; starting and maintaining IVs.
- Oncology: chemotherapy administration (required).
- Respiratory and thoracic care: assisting with chest tube insertion and removal; BiPAP/CPAP management; care of ventilated patients; high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC); arterial blood gas (ABG) interpretation; ETT and NT suctioning.
- Genitourinary and renal care: chronic and acute renal failure.
- Medications: continuous IV sedation; procedural sedation administration and monitoring; titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips.
- Neurological care: CVA and acute stroke management; external ventricular drain (EVD); hypothermia protocol/Arctic Sun; ICP monitoring; post-neurosurgery management; spinal cord injury (required); traumatic brain injury (required).
- Gastrointestinal care: GI surgery.
- Professional practice: infection prevention; isolation precautions and PPE.
- Cardiac monitoring and emergency response: interpretation and management of dysrhythmias; management of patients with multisystem organ dysfunction or failure.
- Cardiovascular care: intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) (required); post-cardiac surgery care, not directly from the OR (required); pre- and post-cardiac catheterization/intervention; pulmonary artery line/Swan-Ganz monitoring (required); sheath removal (required); transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) (required).
- Endocrine and metabolic care: IV insulin protocols.
- Work settings: Neuro ICU (required); Surgical ICU.
Compensation & Why Quick2Hire
The hourly rate is $59.00–$70.00. Quick2Hire is your staffing partner, with a dedicated recruiter supporting you throughout the assignment and reliable weekly pay. Quick2Hire also offers per diem shifts for those seeking extra flexibility.
This healthcare facility is a cornerstone of medical excellence in the region, offering a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the diverse needs of the community. With a focus on patient-centered care, the facility provides primary care, urgent care, and specialized services such as cardiopulmonary testing, diagnostic imaging, and a state-of-the-art birthing center. The facility's commitment to compassionate care is evident in its extensive behavioral health and chemical dependency programs, ensuring holistic support for patients. Additionally, the presence of the Otto Klein Cancer Center and a robust orthopedics department highlights its dedication to specialized and advanced medical treatments.
Located in the picturesque town of Polson, MT, the facility serves a vibrant community nestled along the shores of Flathead Lake. This location offers healthcare professionals the unique opportunity to work in a serene environment that balances professional growth with quality of life. The facility is part of a not-for-profit Catholic health care ministry, emphasizing its mission to provide accessible, high-quality care while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a commitment to innovation and community well-being, this healthcare facility is an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of Montana.
Experience
At least 2 years of experience; 3 years strongly preferred. ICU experience within the past year is required. High-acuity ICU experience is highly preferred. Community hospital experience is required.
