ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced critical care environment. This role requires a dedicated professional with extensive knowledge and expertise in managing patients with complex medical conditions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Details

• Unit: Mixed ICU (medical and cardiovascular) – 4th Floor
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: High demand for Sunday shifts
• Floating Requirements: May float between critical care floors or to the ER for patient holds

Patient Care Responsibilities

The ICU Registered Nurse will be responsible for providing comprehensive care to critically ill patients, including but not limited to:

• Monitoring and managing patients with diagnoses such as sepsis, COPD, Covid, pneumonia, withdrawal, and strokes.
• Performing immediate post-operative care for open-heart surgery patients and other surgical recovery cases.
• Administering and titrating intravenous medications and other ICU-level drips, sedation, and vasoactive therapies.
• Collaborating with the multidisciplinary team, including in-house hospitalists and intensivists, for optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Current Washington State or Compact License as a Registered Nurse
• ACLS and BLS certification
• NIHSS certification
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in an ICU setting
• Preferred specialty skills: Experience with management of Swan-Ganz catheters, CRRT using Prismaflex, IABP, and immediate post-operative care for open heart patients.

Additional Skills and Requirements

• Ability to interpret and manage telemetry monitoring and read cardiac strips.
• Team player mentality, flexibility, and willingness to collaborate within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Epic preferred.

Work Environment

The ICU unit includes 24 beds with a ratio of 1:1 for high acuity patients and 1:3-4 for lower acuity patients. Charge nurses and resource nurses are present on each shift to support staff.

Orientation and Onboarding

Orientation will include training modules and an eight-hour onboarding session, followed by a clinical shift with a preceptor. RNs may test out of Epic training if experienced within the last year.

Location

This position is located in a vibrant area that offers a supportive community for healthcare professionals, with opportunities for growth and development.