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Burn Care Travel Nurse Jobs

Burn Care Travel Nurse jobs for Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses are available in many practice settings, including burn care units, burn intensive care units (ICUs), emergency departments, and trauma centers. A typical job description for a Burn Nurse includes delivering hands-on care (such as administering medications and dressing wounds) and teaching patients and families. If you are a Burn Nurse, explore the travel nurse opportunities below to find your next high-paying job.

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• $2,149 /wk Louisville, KY Burn Intensive Care Unit RN May 27th ( 13 wks )  
• $1,742 /wk Nashville, TN Burn Intensive Care Unit RN Start ASAP ( 13 wks )  

Burn Care Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary

Burn Care Nurses’ job responsibilities encompass caring for patients who have been burned by sources such as fire, hot water, chemicals, or electricity. Nurses in this specialty work closely with a multidisciplinary team and provide emotional support to patients and families. The average annual salary for Burn Nurses in the United States is nearly $74,000.

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Anders Group offers Travel Burn ICU Nurse Jobs across all 50 states and U.S. territories. Burn ICU nurses provide specialized care to a vulnerable patient population, helping them recover from devastating injuries and regain their health and function. Their expertise and compassionate care play a critical role in improving patient outcomes and supporting the healing process.

Travel Burn ICU Nurse Job Description:

Burn ICU Nurses work in a specialized ICU unit treating patients burned by fire, chemical, electricity, water, or other flammable dangers. These nurses collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans. They also assist in surgical procedures such as skin grafts and manage the physical and emotional needs of burn patients.

Burn Unit Nurses typically work in:

• Burn Centers
• Emergency Rooms
• Intensive Care Units
• Trauma Hospitals

How To Become a Travel Burn ICU Nurse with Anders Group

You can become a traveling Burn ICU Nurse with Anders Group by applying to one of our many available jobs on our Job Board . Once you apply, one of our dedicated recruiters will reach out to you and begin getting your profile together for submission.

Licensure and Certifications that are typically required:

• Advanced Burn Life Support
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

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Everything You Need to Know About Burn Unit Nurses

• February 26, 2021
• Myah Christenson

Burn unit nurses are specialized healthcare professionals with experience in burn trauma. Nurses are part of a larger team of practitioners that help patients who’ve suffered burn injuries. Burn unit nurses practice what we know as critical care since most of their patients arrive from emergencies. If you’re interested in a nursing career with a high degree of specialization, keep reading to learn everything you need to know about burn unit nurses, their career path, salaries, and more. 

What is a Burn Unit Nurse?

A burn care nurse specializes in caring for patients who suffer burn injuries and other kinds of trauma. They treat and monitor burn wounds, assess emotional trauma, and offer critical care and trauma recovery assistance. A burn care nurse helps trauma doctors evaluate burns, clean wounds, administer medication, and assist in the early rehabilitation stages. 

National average salary: $68,250 per year

Job outlook: 16% increase by 2024

Where Do Burn Care Nurses Work?

It’s not surprising to find out that most burn care nurses spend most of their shifts in the Burn Care Unit (BCU) or the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of hospitals. However, they can also work in a hospital’s Emergency Room (ER) and their trauma center. Sometimes, burn care nurses also work in outpatient facilities providing support and rehabilitation services for patients recovering from burn injuries. 

What Kind of Patients Are in a Burn Unit?

The burn unit is a specialized area that’s almost hosted within the ICU. Here, you’ll find patients who’ve suffered burn injuries from contact with fire, chemicals, electricity, or oil. However, you’re also likely to find trauma patients and anyone in critical conditions requiring immediate trauma assistance. 

What Does a Burn Unit Nurse Do?

A burn care nurse has a multifaceted role that provides assistance where and when needed. They can help with triage, stabilization, fluid balance, and pain management. However, they can also help in the rehabilitation process by offering emotional support. Overall, burn nurses treat patients suffering from burn injuries. They clean, bandage, and monitor wounds, as well as educate patients about their ongoing treatment. 

Most responsibilities include:

• Assess, dress, and monitor burn wounds
• Stabilize burned patients
• Maintain patient’s comfort and assist in pain management
• Administer medications
• Monitor the patient’s psychological state and emotional well-being
• Educate the patient and the family about burn wound care, rehab procedures, and how to seek emotional support

How Do You Become a Burn Unit Nurse?

The journey to becoming a burn unit nurse starts like many other nursing careers, with a nursing degree and passing the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Most nurses are looking for a job in burn care to get professional experience in the trauma unit or ICU. Overall, education requirements and preferences will vary by employer. However, certifications in Advanced Burn Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support can help position yourself as a valuable candidate.

Common certifications:

• Advanced Burn Life Support
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Critical Care Nursing (CCRN) for Adult Patients Certification
• Certified Wound Specialist (CWS)
• Wound Care Certified Certification (WCCC)
• Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Certification (WOCC)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

What Skills Do You Need to Be a Burn Unit Nurse?

Burn nurses’ role is an advanced one that requires clinical and technical skills that allows them to provide comprehensive care to patients. They need to be knowledgeable in various treatments to assess the different types of injuries they treat. 

Due to its nature, burn care is one of the most challenging specialties in nursing. This position calls for sharp critical thinking alongside specialized clinical skills. 

Most common skills or burn unit nurses include:

• Triage experience
• Fluid balance experience
• Trauma recovery and rehabilitation experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Emotional stability and coping skills
• Critical problem-solving
• Compassionate
• Technical ability to utilize medical equipment 

Starting Your Burn Care Nursing Career

A career as a burn care nurse is thrilling, challenging, but also extremely rewarding. If a nursing career in this specialty interests you, there are a set of steps that can help you position yourself as a great candidate. At Stability Healthcare, we place nurses in hospitals across the United States. You’ll earn high compensation, premium health benefits, PTO, guaranteed stipends, 401(k), paid compliance, and more.  Search  for your next placement and set up an interview today!

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