ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse to join our dynamic team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment focused on providing critical care to patients. The position includes floating between multiple locations within the region as needed.

Position Overview

• Shift: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week

Unit Details

• Unit Type: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Number of Beds: 82 Critical Care Beds (48 ICU, 34 PCU)
• Patient Ratios: ICU 1:1 or 1:2, PCU 1:3
• Electronic Medical Records: EPIC
• Available Staff: Nurse Aides (2 per floor), Tele/Monitor Techs (only in PCU)

Responsibilities

The ICU Registered Nurse will be responsible for the following:

• Deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced ICU setting.
• Monitor and assess patients’ conditions and vital signs.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including Hospitalists and Intensivists.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and best practices.
• Participate in patient care planning and family education.
• Provide support and guidance to less experienced staff members as necessary.

Qualifications

• Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years in ICU nursing.
• Required Certifications: ACLS and BLS certification.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to float between multiple ICU and PCU locations as required.

Work Schedule

This position requires working nights, with a rotation that includes every other weekend and holiday shifts alongside permanent staff.

Additional Notes

• Critical care experience required.
• Orientation will be provided as needed, generally lasting a week but a minimum of 2 shifts.
• All patients in the ICU will have a variety of critical care diagnoses.
• Home care experience is preferred, particularly in managing IV drips and ventilators.
• No vents in the PCU; drips may include cardizem, nitro, insulin, and heparin.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of patients in critical care. Apply today!