ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The RN will provide high-quality care to patients in the Intensive Care Unit, demonstrating expertise in critical care nursing and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, including vital signs and performing necessary interventions.
• Titrate medications including cardiac drips, insulin, and sedation as per patient needs.
• Utilize advanced medical equipment such as ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, and high-flow devices.
• Read, interpret, and document cardiac monitoring strips and telemetry data.
• Work closely with Nurse Aides and Healthcare Support Technicians based on patient care requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and collaborate on care planning.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including strict adherence to fingernail policies and infection control practices.
• Fulfill weekend and holiday staffing requirements as outlined in the scheduling policies.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in an ICU or similar high-acuity setting.
• Certifications required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

Work Environment

The ICU unit consists of 33 beds with an average daily census of 16 patients. The nurse-to-patient ratio is maintained at 1:2-3, ensuring optimal care and attention to each patient. Self-scheduling options are available for core staff, with consideration for traveler scheduling requests. Orientation includes one shift of unit-specific training.

Additional Information

• RNs are expected to float to the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and occasionally MedSurg, maintaining similar patient ratios.
• Weekend requirements include every other weekend.
• Requests for time off (RTO) must be submitted upfront; additional RTO requests may not be approved.

We look forward to welcoming a skilled ICU RN to our dedicated healthcare team.