Rockford, IL - Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital - ICU ; Days (7:00A - 7:30P)

Experienced RN Needed For Step-Down ICU And ICU Units

We are seeking an experienced RN for our Step-Down ICU and ICU units. Candidates must have a strong ICU experience at a Level 1 Trauma Center, but must also be willing to float down to Step-Down ICU. The candidate must have current IL License, CPR, ACLS & NIHSS. Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program; education verification is required.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Utilizes the nursing process and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in caring for patients.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies and procedures, standards of care, and State laws/practice act.
• Documents according to standards of care.
• Develops, initiates, and executes a patient plan of care according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or hospital policy including patient and family instruction.
• Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities, may include shared governance.
• Utilizes clinical expertise & guidance to other units/departments in support of the patient's longitudinal plan of care.
• Utilizes critical thinking in regards to patient safety and patient experience and appropriately escalates to the appropriate chain of command.

Shift: 7:00P - 7:30A

Specialty Type: Nursing

Sub Specialties: Cardiovascular ICU, Critical Care (CCU), CVICU, Intensive Care / Coronary Nurse (ICU), Neurology ICU, Step Down

General Certifications: General Certifications(ACLS,BLS/BCLS)