ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Shift Information

Nights

Minimum Experience

3 years of experience required.

Certifications/Requirements

• ACLS Certification
• BLS/BCLS Certification
• Active WA State or Multi-State RN License

Description

We are seeking a skilled ICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a Night Shift position in a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital. The ideal candidate should be experienced in various areas and willing to float to the Medical-Surgical Unit as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient and significant others’ needs for education and provide appropriate educational resources.
• Ensure patient safety through preventative measures, including the proper use of side rails, restraints, and equipment.
• Demonstrate proficiency in operating all equipment in the PCU, Telemetry, and Med-Surg areas, including troubleshooting techniques and referring to equipment manuals as necessary.
• Implement infection control and isolation procedures, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to standard precautions.
• Maintain accurate, concise, and complete documentation of patient status, nursing interventions, and patient responses during assigned shifts.
• Accurately document and complete physicians’ orders on time and perform a 24-hour check of orders as per assigned duties.
• Provide a comprehensive change of shift report to oncoming staff.
• Communicate effectively with other departments, ensuring accurate reporting of critical lab values to physicians according to policy.
• Maintain and restock emergency carts and general supplies.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Other Requirements

Holiday coverage is required.