ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Description

Location: Alexandria, LA

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 26
• Patient Ratios: 2:1
• Staffing: Registered Nurses and Unit Secretary/COVID Runner. Total care is provided by RNs.
• Equipment: Includes ventilators, Alaris IV pumps, balloon pumps, ventriculostomy drains, and glucometers. Use of iMobile phones and technology is standard for all staff. PPE measures include masks, face shields, goggles, PAPR’s, and hoods for COVID-19 patients.
• Documentation System: Meditech utilizing Evidence-Based Clinical Documentation (EBCD).
• Scheduling: Twelve-hour shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM; every other weekend and holiday requirements apply.
• Floating Policy: Nursing staff may float to other Medical-Surgical Units as needed, with priority given to Intensive Care Units.
• Patient Experience: Emphasizes hourly rounding, bedside hand-off reporting, and completion of “My Care Board” during hand-off. AIDET is utilized to ensure compassionate connected care.

Hospital Specifics

• Pathways to Excellence Certified
• Working toward Magnet status
• Certified Stroke Center
• Certified Chest Pain Center
• Level II Trauma Center

Hiring Profile

• Must Have: Willingness to care for COVID-19 patients, ICU experience, positive attitude, flexibility, teamwork, a passion for excellence, self-motivation, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Advanced Skills: Competence in ventilator management, critical care drip knowledge, thorough assessment skills, and proficient understanding of cardiac, neuro, and respiratory systems, including proper donning and doffing of PPE.
• Procedures Performed: Intubations, cardioversions, ventriculostomy drain placement and management, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) management, continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), and proning of patients.
• Certifications Required: ACLS and BLS; TNCC certification is a plus.

Dress Code

• Ceil blue scrubs
• Optional white or ceil blue scrub jacket
• Green surgery scrubs provided when caring for COVID-19 patients.

Awards and Recognition

• Recipient of HCA Unit of Distinction, recognized within the top 10% and 5%, and ranked overall #2 among ICUs in the network in 2019.
• High standards for quality measures maintained.

Additional Information

• The unit boasts numerous nationally certified staff members, including leadership roles.
• High levels of nursing staff tenure and experience.
• Self-scheduling options available within specific guidelines.
• Utilization of modern iMobile technology.
• The unit provides care for patients affected by COVID-19.