Registered Nurse, ICU

ICU RN

We are searching for a Registered Nurse to join our Intensive Care Unit in a full-time, night shift (7p-7a) role. Our ICU is a 16-bed unit. We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, an excellent benefit package, and growth opportunities. We believe in our team and your ability to do excellent work with us. Your benefits include 401k, PTO medical, dental, flex spending, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program, and student loan repayment.

Essential Duties

• Provide quality patient care, in keeping with the philosophy and objectives of the hospital and department.
• Prescribes, delegates, and coordinates all nursing care provided to assigned patients and is responsible for meeting all standards associated with performance, nursing practice, and nursing care.
• Assess & reassess patient condition, initiate plan of care, and begin discharge planning on admission.
• Maintain & apply current nursing standards and clinical competency including the National Patient Safety Goals and apply critical thinking skills in conjunction with facility policies & procedures to prioritize and problem-solve.
• Meet the personal and practical needs of patients and families as described in "Patients First Service" while using appropriate & effective communication skills.
• Accept accountability for completion of assignments, demonstrate reliability & dependability (including compliance with the attendance policy), and utilize time and material cost-effectively.
• Continue self-development, provide leadership & actively participate in Performance Improvement Activities. Directs others as needed.
• Reflect organization values and its ethical and compliance principles in his/her daily activities (Code of Conduct).

Qualifications

• Acute Care or Critical Care experience is strongly preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Current Georgia RN licensure or compact license
• Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire
• Certification in specialty area preferred