RN - ICU

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)Join a progressive community hospital, dedicated to providing superior care in a supportive environment. As an ICU Registered Nurse, you will work in a mixed patient population with a focus on effective nurse-patient communication and a healthy work environment.Unit SpecificsNumber of Beds: 8Patient Ratios: 2:1Unit Staffing: Goal staffing of 4 RNs, 24/7Type of Equipment: GE B650 cardiac monitors, vents, Gaymar cooling systemsDocumentation System: MeditechScheduling: Self-scheduling encouraged, every other weekend required, overtime available if needed, flexible scheduling optionsFloating Policy: ICU nurses may float to critical care or intermediate care when necessaryPatient Experience RequirementsFocus on enhancing patient communication through validation of AIDET during orientation and utilizing tools such as whiteboards for hourly rounding and bedside care conferences.QualificationsMust possess an active RN license for New Hampshire at the time of application.Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience required.ACLS and BLS certifications are mandatory.Experience with AIBP and CCRN certification is preferred.Unit ProceduresVentilator careTherapeutic HypothermiaPrimary Coronary Intervention (PCI) and STEMI careIntra-aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) managementInvasive hemodynamic monitoringTransesophageal echocardiography (TEE) and cardioversionTemperature pacingManagement of Sepsis and Stroke with TPADiabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) managementProfessional EnvironmentThis role offers the opportunity to participate in a collaborative and innovative healthcare setting with a management structure that values leadership and engagement. Contract staff are treated as integral members of the team and are offered advanced training to ensure an optimal work-life balance.Dress CodeProfessional scrubs and appearance should be maintained at all times.Awards and RecognitionThis facility has received multiple accolades for healthcare quality and safety, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in patient care and safety.