Registered Nurse, (RN-ICU)

Role: Registered Nurse, (RN-ICU) Location: Las Cruces, NM Position: Full Time + Benefits Must Have NM RN License. Associate's degree in Nursing. BLS certification is required. ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire. Nice to Have 1 year experience in ICU. Responsibilities 1. Patient Assessment & Critical Monitoring Perform detailed and continuous patient assessments Monitor vital signs, neurological status, and organ function Interpret data from advanced equipment (cardiac monitors, ventilators) Detect subtle changes in patient condition and act quickly 2. Advanced Patient Care Administer IV medications, including high-risk drips (vasopressors, sedatives) Manage life-support systems such as ventilators and feeding tubes Provide wound care and post-surgical care for critical patients Assist in procedures like intubation and central line placement ⚙️ 3. Equipment Management Operate and monitor ICU equipment (ventilators, infusion pumps, dialysis machines) Ensure all devices are functioning correctly Troubleshoot technical issues when needed 4. Emergency Response Respond immediately to life-threatening situations (cardiac arrest, respiratory failure) Perform CPR and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) Stabilize patients during emergencies ⚕️ 5. Collaboration with Healthcare Team Work closely with intensivists, physicians, and specialists Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and care planning Communicate critical updates about patient status 6. Documentation & Reporting Maintain precise and timely patient records Document medications, treatments, and patient responses Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations 7. Patient & Family Support Educate families about patient condition and treatment plans Provide emotional support during critical situations Guide families on care decisions when needed ⚠️ 8. Safety & Infection Control Follow strict infection control protocols Maintain sterile techniques and prevent hospital‑acquired infections Ensure patient safety at all times Key Skills Required Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment Advanced knowledge of critical care nursing Ability to handle high‑stress situations Excellent communication and teamwork #J-18808-Ljbffr