ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join a specialized care unit, providing treatment for a wide range of critical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for patients with diagnoses such as DKA, Sickle Cell, Sepsis, Respiratory Distress, Pneumonia, Heart Failure, and Stroke.
• Utilize skills in IV start, telemetry, cardiac telemetry, and titration of cardiac drips.
• Participate in rapid response team activities and manage patients requiring feeding tube support and heparin protocols.
• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, ensuring high-quality patient care.
• Float to Med/Surg units as needed, maintaining a patient ratio of 1:6.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in an ICU setting. First-time travelers are welcome.
• Certifications: Current ACLS and BCLS certifications are required.
• Preferred Skills: Experience with MS/Tele, titration of vasoactive drips, care of ventilated patients, and wound care, including wound vac management.
• Preferred Certification: NHISS certification is a plus.

Job Details

• Patient Ratios: 1:4 for ICU, 1:6 for Med/Surg.
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 – 07:15).
• Scheduling: Self-scheduling available; shifts must be balanced/approved by staff.
• Weekend Requirement: Minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule.
• Unit Orientation: Comprehensive 36-hour orientation program provided.
• Uniform: Scrubs required in navy or navy and white.

Special Procedures and Equipment

• Unit primarily focused on acute and intermediate critical care.
• Utilization of Bipap, Cpap, and Optiflow as needed for patient care.

Join a dedicated team of healthcare professionals committed to providing exceptional care in a challenging and rewarding environment.