RN - ICU

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced, intensive environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical care skills and a proactive approach to patient management.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients in a stepdown ICU unit, including those in respiratory distress, with unstable hemodynamics, withdrawal symptoms, GI bleeds, and post-operative conditions.
• Utilize telemetry to monitor patient conditions and interpret dysrhythmias accurately.
• Administer and manage medications, including titration of vasoactive drips and IV insulin protocols.
• Perform responsibilities related to central line care management, peripheral line management, and PICC line maintenance.
• Implement isolation precautions and manage blood product administration.
• Utilize Rapid Response Teams effectively when necessary.
• Participate in weekend rotations and float to the sister unit as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in an ICU, PCU, DOU, IMC, or stepdown environment.
• Experience with arterial lines and titrating vasoactive drips is required.
• Certification in ACLS, BCLS, and NIH is mandatory.
• Proficient in IV start, telemetry, conscious sedation, and dysrhythmia management.
• Familiarity with high flow nasal cannula (HFNC), non-invasive airway management, and tracheostomy management.
• Ability to recognize and address changes in patient conditions promptly.
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply, and local candidates will also be considered.

Work Environment

• Target nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3-4.
• Commitment to schedule flexibility with options of 36 or 48 hours per week.
• 12-hour night shifts with specific requirements for hospital orientation and EKG testing.

Special Equipment

• Bedside telemetry monitors with remote backup systems.
• A-lines, BIPAP, and chest tubes management without ventilators on the unit.

This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in a dynamic ICU setting and possess the required certifications and experience to provide exceptional patient care. If you are a dedicated and skilled nurse looking to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.