ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care in an intensive care setting. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of ICU experience and hold the required certifications.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Number of Beds: 16 (expandable to 20)
• Ratios: 1:1, 1:2
• EMR System: Cerner
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend

Shift Information

• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift Pattern: 7 AM – 7 PM
• On-call Requirement: Must be within 30 minutes of the hospital
• Holidays: Must work holidays as scheduled

Required Certifications

• ACLS
• BLS Certification
• NIHSS
• PALS and CCRN (preferred)

Role and Responsibilities

The ICU Registered Nurse will be responsible for providing comprehensive care to critically ill patients, monitoring their conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Common diagnoses include:

• Adults and Pediatrics – MedSurg, Neuro
• Balloon pumps, Craniectomies, CABGs
• Trauma cases (non-transferable), Psych – Overdose
• TPA, Hypothermia, ECMO
• IMPELLA, CRRT (PrismaFlex device), TAVR, EVAR
• Carotid stenting and IABP (training provided)

Support Services

• Intensivist Availability: 24/7 in-house intensivist
• IV Team: Available during the day
• Respiratory Therapy: Available 24/7
• Pharmacy: Available 24/7

Orientation

A comprehensive orientation process will be provided, including two initial shifts in the ICU followed by independent practice starting on the third shift.

Location

This position is based in an ICU setting located in a city in the state of your choice.

Additional Notes

All candidates must possess at least 2 years of ICU experience to be considered for this role.