Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

As a Registered Nurse in our Intensive Care Unit (ICU), you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional healthcare to critically ill patients. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and specialized care. Your primary responsibilities will include:

1. Perform thorough and ongoing assessments of patients' conditions, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing the need for interventions.
2. Provide specialized care to critically ill patients, including those with complex medical conditions, post-surgical recovery, and trauma-related injuries.
3. Monitor and manage patients on mechanical ventilation, ensuring proper settings and patient comfort.
4. Administer medications, fluids, and blood products as prescribed, and monitor patient responses while maintaining accurate records.
5. Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
6. Be prepared to respond to medical emergencies, including code blue situations, and provide immediate life-saving interventions.
7. Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment options, and post-discharge care.
8. Competently operate and troubleshoot complex medical equipment used in the ICU.
9. Strictly adhere to infection control protocols to maintain a safe and sterile environment.
10. Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including assessments, interventions, and progress notes.
11. Ensure compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in state of practice.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required. Additional certifications such as CCRN or TNCC are a plus.
• Previous ICU nursing experience is preferred, but new graduates with a strong interest in critical care may be considered.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make critical decisions in high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Access to ongoing training and development programs.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives.

ICU RN 10 bed unit 13 week assignment 36 hrs 12 hr days, 7a-7:30p AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, & AHA PALS required Active NY license 1 yr of ICU experience required but willing to look at someone with very strong Stepdown experience EMR: Meditech ASAP start

Alto Health Care Staffing