ICU RN
Worcester, MA
WCS Healthcare Partners
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse - ICU

Join our team at WCS Healthcare Partners in Worcester, MA, where you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and high-acuity environment. Worcester is a vibrant city with a rich history, offering a blend of cultural attractions and natural beauty. This role is ideal for those seeking to advance their career in a supportive and challenging setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in the Surgical ICU, focusing on trauma and transplant cases.
• Manage and monitor patients with complex medical conditions, including acute kidney injury, respiratory failure, and traumatic brain injuries.
• Administer and titrate medications, including cardiac and vasoactive drips, as well as manage ventilator settings and other advanced life support equipment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records using the Epic charting system.
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies and procedures, including patient safety and infection control standards.
• Float to other adult ICUs and stepdown units as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an ICU setting, with specific experience in a Surgical ICU preferred.
• Experience in a Level I Trauma center is required.
• Current MA nursing license or a conditional MA license with active pursuit of a permanent license.
• Certifications required: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR).
• Proficiency in managing central lines, arterial lines, and ventilators, as well as interpreting arterial blood gases and dysrhythmias.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to collaborative patient care.
• Flexibility to work all shifts, including weekends, as part of a union facility with no special scheduling accommodations.
• Ability to complete required testing and modules prior to and during orientation.