Registered Nurse, RN - ICU 1, New Competitive Pay!

Job Description

Job Description

Community RN Career Direct Care Pathway Levels

Level I - Less than 12 months of RN experience.

Level II - 12 months to less than 3 years of RN experience.

Level III - 3 years to less than 8 years of RN experience.

Level IV - 8 years or more of RN experience.

The RN Complex Care is responsible for delivering direct nursing care to patients and their families, adhering to established policies, procedures, and practices within a complex care environment.

Location : Main Campus

Unit : ICU-1

Shift : 36 hours, Evenings | Nights 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Weekends and holidays are mandatory.

ICU-1 is a 12-bed Intensive Care Unit that caters to critically ill patients with medical and surgical needs, including cardiac, pulmonary, neurological, hematologic, obstetric, gastrointestinal, renal, vascular, and multi-system conditions. Patients may require hemodynamic or respiratory support, close monitoring, or intensive nursing care, including the use of IABP, Impella devices, lysis, EKOS, TPA, hemodialysis, CRRT, PA lines, or 24-hour EEG monitoring.

Staff in the ICU benefit from ongoing bedside and classroom training, as well as educational opportunities. Newly hired nurses participate in AACN’s online training program, ECCO, as part of their onboarding process. Our commitment is to provide high-quality care to every patient in the ICU.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid RN Licensure in Massachusetts.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Department-specific certifications relevant to the type of patient care may be required.
• Experience level based on classification (I, II, III, or IV).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Key Duties: The following responsibilities outline the general nature of the role and are not exhaustive. Additional tasks may be assigned.

• Engages in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiatives.
• Evaluates and incorporates evidence-based practices and research into clinical care.
• Conducts and accurately documents clinical assessments.
• Creates, implements, and assesses individualized patient care plans.
• Utilizes professional nursing judgment to tailor care plans based on patient assessments.
• Manages patient assignments by delegating tasks effectively according to patient needs and team member skills.
• Develops educational plans for patients and families, utilizing appropriate resources and documenting per departmental standards.
• Supports patient and family rights by facilitating informed decisions and advanced directives.
• Continuously evaluates and updates care plans based on changes in patient health status.
• Creates comprehensive discharge plans using appropriate resources and referrals, including community services.
• Assists in the development of new staff members and aids in their transition into the unit.
• Mentors department staff to foster professional growth through precepting.
• Engages in professional development by identifying learning needs and pursuing relevant education.
• Participates in departmental committees as required.

• Occasional lifting of 30-35 lbs and repositioning patients.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
• Exposure to infectious diseases and potential carcinogenic substances.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Requires fine motor skills for patient handling.
• Requires visual and auditory acuity for monitoring patient care.

• Strong communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare teams.
• Knowledge and application of the nursing process.

For over 125 years, we have proudly served the Greater Lowell community, combining top-tier medical care with the warmth of a community hospital recognized multiple times for excellence. Joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of over 3,000 care providers committed to delivering comprehensive, connected care when and where it is needed most.

We believe in valuing every individual for their unique skills and experiences. Our compensation philosophy aims to provide fair and competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates talented professionals while recognizing the essential work performed daily.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual compensation offers are determined through a thorough evaluation of relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure fairness and alignment with our organizational goals.

In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career advancement—demonstrating our commitment to your success both professionally and personally.

$37.50 - $75.32