ICU RN
New Haven, CT
WCS Healthcare Partners
3x12 hrs, Days

Join our dedicated healthcare team at WCS Healthcare Partners in New Haven, CT. We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses to provide exceptional care in our mixed acuity unit, which includes both ICU and Step-Down assignments. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a Level I Trauma Center, contributing to the health and recovery of critically ill patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU and Step-Down units.
• Administer medications and manage IV drips and other medical equipment.
• Monitor patient vital signs and respond to changes in patient conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, and Transportation.
• Manage patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure.
• Perform airway management and ventilator management.
• Ensure infection prevention and isolation precautions are adhered to.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience in an ICU setting.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications are required.
• Experience with Epic charting system is preferred.
• Skills in arterial line management, BiPAP/CPAP management, and blood product administration.
• Ability to interpret arterial blood gases (ABGs) and dysrhythmias.
• Must be willing to work 4x12 hour shifts with every other weekend and some holiday coverage.