Icu Rn

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in the ICU is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to critically ill patients, performing patient assessments, administering medications, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role demands strong clinical expertise, effective communication, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced intensive care environment. A minimum of two years of relevant nursing experience is required.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor vital signs in the ICU setting.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and document care accurately.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Provide critical care nursing interventions and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records and reports.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and post-discharge instructions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to infection control protocols.

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience, preferably in ICU or critical care settings.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

• Experience in Medical/Surgical, ER, or other critical care specialties.
• Advanced certifications such as CCRN or ACLS.
• Previous experience with interdisciplinary team collaboration in ICU settings.

• No on-call duties required.
• Work environment is a high-acuity intensive care unit.
• Every other weekend rotation required.

• Shift hours are 1900 to 0730 (night shift).
• Option to choose between 36 or 48 hours per week for the full 13-week contract.