RN - Neuro ICU

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

The ICU Registered Nurse (RN) position requires a dedicated professional with experience in critical care to manage critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment. The role primarily focuses on delivering high-quality care to patients in the Neuro ICU setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide management for 1-3 critically ill patients, including those with neuro, surgical, trauma, and medical conditions.
• Administer and titrate medications including vasopressors, sedatives, analgesics, and inotropics.
• Assist with bedside procedures such as Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI), External Ventricular Drain (EVD) placement, tracheostomy, line placement, and various diagnostic tests.
• Monitor and evaluate patient conditions continuously and report changes as necessary.
• Document patient care and progress using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years recent ICU experience in a large hospital (over 200 beds) and a Level 1 trauma center.
• Active RN license in North Dakota or a compact state.
• Current certifications in BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and NIHSS.
• Experience with ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, as well as care of other neuro-related critically ill patients.
• Familiarity with EPIC EMR and experience titrating vasopressor drips is required.

Work Schedule

This position involves 12-hour shifts with every other weekend and holiday. Orientation will be provided, including hospital and unit-specific training.

Unit Information

• 16 bed Neuro ICU with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3.
• Potential floating to Intermediate ICU and other critical care units as needed.

Additional Information

Candidates are expected to adhere to the facilities' scrubs policy (navy blue scrubs required) and badge in and out at the facility.

This role offers a comprehensive training and orientation program, totaling 32 hours, to ensure a smooth transition into the unit.