RN - ICU

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN)

Location

Camp Hill, PA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule / Shift

Night shift, 3x12.0 hours.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for maintaining the delivery of quality care by assuring that the nursing care plan is followed. This role includes supervising Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees while promoting patient and employee safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments on all patients within 8 hours of admission to form an individualized plan of care.
• Identify teaching needs and goals related to the diagnosis of each patient through collaboration with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide timely patient information for initial and weekly re-evaluation team conferences.
• Accountable for accurate documentation of all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record.
• Participate in the patient rehabilitation program on the assigned unit and provide direct patient care.
• Initiate discharge planning from the day of admission and teach patients in anticipation of discharge.
• Communicate pertinent information regarding changes in patient status to support continuity of care.
• Provide direction, training, and supervision of ancillary nursing personnel.
• Assure personal and environmental safety according to hospital policies.
• Contribute positively to the functioning of the unit and participate in team-building activities.
• Assume charge responsibilities as requested after completing orientation.
• Engage in personal professional growth through continuing education and self-study.

Required Experience

• Minimum of two years of bedside clinical experience is highly desired.
• ICU experience is required.

Certifications / Licensure

• BLS Certification is required prior to the first shift.
• ACLS certification is required prior to the first shift (for CIRH only).