RN (Registered Nurse)

Unit Notes
TIDAL HEALTH ITEMS OF NOTE:
- Local Radius: Client does not accept local candidates and has a 100-mile radius restriction.
- Call-Off Policy: Client may call off or cancel up to 12 hours per 13 week assignment.
- Orientation: 8 hours of non-billable orientation. Guaranteed hours do not apply during orientation.

ICU RN Position Summary

Patients admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) have acute care needs, which require continuous monitoring that cannot be provided on the general floors or PCU. The ICU RN is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating a plan of patient care utilizing ANA Standards and the Nursing Process. The ICU RN acts as a patient advocate. The ICU RN provides support, information and direct care and utilizes equipment and technology skillfully and is technically competent in nursing procedures. The Registered Nurse educates patients and families on significant self-care issues. The inventory, distribution/delivery of medications may be required.

ICU RN Position Requirements

Licensed and currently registered to practice as a Registered Nurse. Must hold a license in the state of permanent residency
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 12 months of employment
NIH Stroke Scale Certification will be obtained during orientation
ICU RN Work Schedule

May be assigned to day, evening, or night shifts or a combination per departmental policy.
Scheduled off at least three holidays per year.
Required to work weekends per unit need.
Expected to work overtime on occasion.
ICU RN Benefits

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