ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate ICU Registered Nurse to join our team in providing critical care to patients in an intensive care environment. This role requires a commitment to patient satisfaction and collaborative teamwork.

Shift Information

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift Notes: Days, every other weekend, first to float

Unit Information

• Unit: ICU
• Unit Type: Intensive Care Unit
• Number of Beds: Licensed for 44 beds; currently using 36 beds
• Ratios: 1:2 or 1:1
• Electronic Medical Records: Cerner Power Chart
• Charge Nurse: Yes, they do not take patient assignments
• Nurse Aides: No nurse aides; unit tech available for support

Responsibilities

The ICU Registered Nurse will deliver high-quality care to critically ill patients, monitor vital signs, and oversee treatment protocols, including:

• Administering medications and IV drips (e.g., Vasopressors, Nitro, Heparin)
• Providing care for patients on ventilators
• Working collaboratively with a 24/7 in-house hospitalist and intensivist
• Float to Telemetry and Emergency Room for ICU holds as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required; CCRN preferred
• Strong background in managing acute care patients
• Ability to work rotating shifts and holidays as part of the permanent staff rotation

Orientation and Training

• 1 day of unit orientation specific to ICU
• Additional shift on the Telemetry/Stepdown unit for familiarization

Common Patient Diagnoses

The ICU Registered Nurse will care for a variety of patients, including those with:

• Cardiac issues (PACU patients transition directly to ICU)
• Open heart surgery, PCI, CABG, stent placements, and general medical-surgical conditions
• Sepsis, ETOH-related issues, and strokes
• Patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions (e.g., balloon pumps, craniotomies)

Additional Information

We prioritize patient satisfaction and seek travel nurses who are not only skilled and competent but also demonstrate compassion in patient care.