ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit Information

Location: City, State

General Information

• Number of Beds: 6
• Staffing: 3 staff members when the unit is at full capacity
• Patient Ratios: 1:2
• Type of Equipment: Hercules Mattress Topper, Lift Equipment, Ventilator, Bedside Monitors
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Meditech Magic

Job Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing care for critically ill patients in an ICU setting, including:

• Post-surgical care for DIEP FLAP breast reconstruction.
• Care for patients with conditions such as DKA, Atrial Fibrillation with Rapid Ventricular Response, sepsis, and patients requiring upgrades from rapid responses.
• Manage post-surgical complications that necessitate a higher level of care.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• ICU experience
• Post-surgical care expertise

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with Reconstruction Surgery and Flap Checks
• Surgical ICU background
• Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) experience

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will possess the following traits:

• Observant and meticulous
• Calm and steady under pressure
• Highly accountable
• Strong communicator
• Team-oriented

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)

Dress Code

Scrub colors and attire will be specified during onboarding.

Unit Guidelines/Policies

Please refer to the unit’s specific policies and guidelines for additional information.

Weekends

Staff may be placed on call on a rotation during low census nights.