ICU Registered Nurse

Job Summary

Seeking experienced and compassionate Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurses (RNs) to join our dedicated healthcare team.

The ICU RN will provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to critically ill and medically complex patients. The successful candidate will be responsible for continuous patient monitoring, administering medications and treatments, responding to medical emergencies, operating critical-care equipment, maintaining accurate medical records, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

This role requires strong clinical judgment, critical-thinking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill and medically complex patients in the ICU.
• Perform patient assessments and utilize the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Continuously monitor patients' vital signs, clinical status, and response to treatment.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and respond promptly to medical emergencies.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and other treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain critical-care equipment, including ventilators and other life-support systems.
• Assist with emergency interventions and critical-care procedures as required.
• Monitor patients receiving advanced therapies and provide appropriate nursing interventions.
• Perform and assist with diagnostic tests and follow-up assessments.
• Provide wound care, including cleaning and redressing surgical sites and other wounds.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation and medical records.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding care plans, treatment, and recovery.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families while supporting patient-centered care.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Follow infection-control procedures, patient-safety standards, and hospital policies.
• Comply with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and state Board of Nursing requirements.
• Participate in quality-improvement initiatives focused on clinical outcomes, patient experience, and nursing engagement.
• Contribute to department goals and support continuous improvement in patient care.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS/CPR certification required. AHA, Red Cross, or Military Training Network certifications accepted.
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Nursing experience required; 2+ years preferred.
• ICU or PACU experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of critical-care nursing practices and patient monitoring.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-acuity environment.
• Strong communication, clinical judgment, assessment, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during medical emergencies.
• Ability to work variable hours and 12-hour shifts as required.

Education

• ADN, BSN, or MSN from an accredited nursing program preferred.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $93,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person