ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Registered Nurse to join our team in providing high-quality care to critically ill patients. This is a night shift position requiring commitment to excellence in a fast-paced environment. Unit Details • Unit: Russell ICU (RICU) • Unit Type: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) • Number of Beds: 11 • Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 1:1 to 1:2 Key Responsibilities • Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients, including those with conditions such as ARDS, Sepsis, Chronic Ventilation, and more. • Administer and titrate vasoactive and sedation medications, insulin, and heparin as needed. • Perform line placements and intubations as required. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including hospitalists and intensivists, to ensure optimal patient care. • Utilize critical thinking skills and clinical judgment in managing patient care. • Conduct patient assessments and monitor vital signs continuously. • Engage in self-scheduling and potential for extra shifts. Qualifications • Experience: Minimum of 2 years in an ICU setting, with CRRT experience preferred. • Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS. • Skills: Strong cardiac skills are preferred; ability to read and interpret EKG strips is essential. Scheduling and Expectations • Shift Length: 12-hour shifts. • Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend. • Holiday Requirements: Willingness to work 2 of the 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s). • Floating Requirements: May float to CSICU or other critical care units as needed. Orientation and Training A comprehensive orientation program will include training in the Medical ICU, as well as exposure to Trauma, Neuro, and Surgical ICUs. Additional Information • Pharmacy support is available 24/7. • Self-scheduling options are provided, with schedules released four weeks in advance.