ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Trauma ICU team. This position involves caring for critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment, providing extensive support and specialized nursing care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and pediatric patients aged 15 and older with various trauma injuries, including sepsis, stroke, ARDS, MODS, COPD, and cardiac arrest.
• Administer and titrate medications such as vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics.
• Monitor patient vital signs and responses, utilizing advanced cardiac monitoring systems.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement individual care plans.
• Assist in performing procedures including CVPs, IABP, Impella, Arterial lines, Swans, and ICP monitoring.
• Participate in real-time training for equipment use and monitoring as required.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Number of Beds: 18
• Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:1-2 for ICU and 1:4 for Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Fast-paced environment with a focus on critical thinking and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an ICU setting.
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS.
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac monitor strips.
• Strong critical thinking skills and a positive attitude are essential for success in this role.
• Must adhere to strict dress code requirements while providing patient care.

Scheduling and Orientation

• Shift Length: 12 hours, Night Shifts.
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period.
• Mandatory participation in a unit-specific orientation consisting of 2 shifts.
• Self-scheduling options available, managed according to unit needs.

Additional Notes

Candidates must comply with a radius rule of 50 miles, and additional time off (RTO) must be disclosed upfront. Further requests for RTO will not be approved after submission.

This position requires a skilled individual capable of thriving in a challenging environment while delivering high-quality patient care.