RN - ICU

Key skills include: Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias 12 lead EKG/ECG acquisition IV insulin protocols Intake and output monitoring Urine output assessment Accessing/Managing central and peripheral lines Blood product administration Starting and maintaining IVs Titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips Management of CVA/Acute Stroke patients Care of ventilated patients High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) usage Knowledge of pulmonary conditions such as pulmonary edema and failure Infection prevention and isolation precautions Required certifications: ACLS BLS NIHSS Stroke Life Support Preferred Skills and CertificationsExperience with GI surgery, acute kidney injury, and chronic/acute renal failure Arterial line and central line management PICC line management and TPN/Lipids administration Continuous IV sedation and emergency medication management Assistance with chest tube insertion/removal BiPAP/CPAP management Fresh tracheostomy care Interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs) Suctioning techniques (ETT, NT) Ventilator management Phlebotomy skills and laboratory test awareness (INR, PT/PTT) Recognition of infection in immunosuppressed patients

Job Responsibilities: The ICU Registered Nurse will manage and provide comprehensive nursing care for critically ill patients. Responsibilities include monitoring patient status, administering medications, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring adherence to best practices. Unit and Shift InformationTarget patient ratio of 1:3; if four or more patients are assigned, an aide will be present Shifts are 12 hours, specifically night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15 36 hours of work can be offered Contract duration of 13 weeks is available Weekend requirement: 12 weekend shifts per contract Unit orientation of 24 hours, clinic orientation required during the first week Patient DiagnosesCommon diagnoses include DKA, active GI bleeds, stroke, post-stroke respiratory failure pneumonia, CHF, and possibly AKI. Special Procedures and Unit Details12 lead ECG, continuous cardiac monitoring, and respiratory monitoring Equipped with camera in every room for enhanced patient oversight ScrubsBlack scrubs required (not provided). Interview AvailabilityAll candidates must be available for an interview prior to any offers being made. Please provide availability when submitting applications.