RN - ICU Acute Care Nurse

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, providing critical care in an intensive care unit setting. This role involves delivering direct patient care through the nursing process, demonstrating clinical expertise, and upholding the highest ethical standards in nursing practice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to established safety protocols including infection prevention, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications to ensure a secure care environment.
• Manage and maintain central lines and implement measures to prevent surgical site infections according to policy.
• Administer medications, perform nursing interventions, and provide education to patients and families to support positive health outcomes.
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments to monitor status, enhance quality, and communicate findings effectively to the healthcare team.
• Document all patient care activities and quality monitoring data to support clinical decisions and compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate and communicate with physicians and team members to improve patient outcomes, while fostering teamwork and accountability.
• Engage patients and families with timely communication and education to enhance their care experience.
• Apply critical thinking in nursing practice and pursue continuing education to develop professional skills.

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.

Experience

At least one year of nursing experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Current RN license valid in the state or through compact licensure; new graduates must obtain licensure within 90 days of graduation.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Mental and Physical Demands

This position requires significant mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 pounds, frequent walking, standing, and various movements such as pushing, pulling, and reaching.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases through blood and bodily fluids is expected. Occasional encounters with hostile individuals may occur.