RN - ICU

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)An experienced ICU Registered Nurse is needed for a critical care setting. The position involves providing comprehensive care to critically ill adult patients, with a focus on medical emergencies, post-surgical care, respiratory failure, and sepsis. The unit manages a small number of pediatric critical care cases as well.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU.Monitor and assess patient conditions, implementing necessary interventions.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including intensivists and hospitalists.Utilize Epic software for documentation and patient management.Support patients with medical emergencies, respiratory failure, sepsis, and post-surgical needs.Prepare patients for potential transfers to larger facilities for specialized care.Deliver care to stroke patients as part of the tele-stroke service.QualificationsMinimum of 2 years of experience in an ICU setting.Proficient with Epic electronic medical records.Current ACLS and BLS certifications from AHA.Ability to work 12-hour day shifts with every third weekend commitment.This is an 8-week assignment in a 10-bed ICU with a diverse patient population. The nurse will engage in managing both adult and pediatric patients with complex health issues.