Advanced RN - ICU Night Shift

Advanced RN - ICU Night Shift

Join a dedicated healthcare team providing professional nursing care in an intensive care setting during night shifts. This role involves delivering patient-centered care under physician guidance, mentoring new staff and students, and performing nursing duties within the scope of practice defined by licensing boards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and evaluate patient needs, maintaining comprehensive care plans.
• Promote patient independence by setting care goals and involving patients and families in medical discussions.
• Administer and manage medications accurately and timely.
• Educate patients and families on physical, emotional, and psychosocial aspects of care, including disease processes and symptom management.
• Document care activities promptly and accurately according to policy.
• Observe and report changes in patients' physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual conditions.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with privacy regulations regarding Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Foster effective communication and professional relationships with patients, families, healthcare team members, and external agencies.

Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Licenses and Certifications: Current Registered Nurse licensure in a compact state required. BLS/CPR certification required within 30 days of hire or by orientation end. Additional certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIHSS, or AWHONN may be required depending on department policy.

Experience: Previous experience in a similar clinical environment is preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Strong nursing principles application, effective communication, multitasking, prioritization, and basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform heavy work occasionally exerting up to 100 lbs and frequently up to 20 lbs. Standing or walking 51-75% of the workday.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package within a supportive healthcare environment serving the Central Plains region of the United States.