Advanced Practice Nurse- ICU

Works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individual patient care on a nursing unit/department according to unit policies and procedures. Provides supervision of non‑Rn personnel on the assigned unit. When assuming the charge role, delegates and supervises unit activities. May be required to work on other nursing units according to distribution of staff and patients. Responsibilities Assess the patient’s physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care.

Develop, communicate, and document a plan of care reflecting individualized patient problems and interventions to achieve desired outcomes, involving the patient, family, and healthcare team in this process.

Implement and coordinate the plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team.

Evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care, patient?S response to care, and readiness for discharge.

Re‑vise the plan of care as needed and make referrals where indicated.

Provide educational opportunities and document outcomes.

Function as a charge nurse.

Meet performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self‑development as outlined in performance review.

Perform other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.

Demonstrate competency in the care of the neuro patient.

Demonstrate skill and knowledge in neuro assessment.

Demonstrate skill and knowledge in the airway management of the neuro patient.

Demonstrate skill and understanding in assisting the physician and caring for the patient during special neuro procedures.

Perform pharyngeal, endotracheal, tracheostomy suctioning according to established policy and procedure.

Demonstrate skill and understanding in the use of equipment and care of patient in a halo brace.

Demonstrate skill and understanding of nursing responsibilities and interventions for the patient on a ventilator.

Education and Experience Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Proficient in use of computer software to include electronic patient records.

Must have ability to use the internet for literature searches regarding care for patients.

1 year neonatal ICU RN experience required.

Licensure Valid State of Connecticut Registered Nurse license.