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ICU Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care in a fast-paced environment, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients in critical condition.
Unit Information
- Unit Type: Intensive Care Unit
- Number of Beds: 34
- Nurse-Patient Ratios: 1:1-2 for ICU, 1:4-5 for PCU, and 1:5-6 for Medical-Surgical
Common Diagnoses
- Neurosurgery and related procedures
- Respiratory failure, ARDS, MODS
- Sepsis and stroke
- Cardiogenic shock and related interventions
- Renal failure and CRRT
- Psychiatric emergencies and overdose
- GI bleeds and cancer-specific surgeries
Responsibilities
The ICU Registered Nurse will:
- Administer medications and IV therapy, including titration of various drips (vasopressors, paralytics, narcotics, sedation, and antiarrhythmics)
- Perform assessments and monitoring of critical patients
- Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team, including fellows and residents
- Provide education and support to patients and families
- Participate in rapid response and code blue situations as needed
- Maintain patient safety and adhere to infection control protocols
Qualifications
- Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years recent ICU experience required
- Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS Certification, and NIHSS
- Driver's License: A valid driver's license is required for the submission process
Schedule
The position involves 12-hour night shifts with a schedule of 36 hours per week. Weekend and holiday shifts will be required on an alternating basis, as per unit needs.
Orientation
New hires will undergo a comprehensive unit-specific orientation consisting of two shifts.
Additional Information
This role is ideal for a nurse who excels in a dynamic and challenging environment. Attributes that contribute to success on this unit include strong critical thinking skills, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.
- Scrub Color/Dress Code: Navy Blue
- Floating Requirements: May float to all inpatient units, excluding Maternity/NICU
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