Emergency and Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) Location: City, State Unit Information • Unit: Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) • Beds: 38 beds • Certifications Required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS • Nurse Ratios: 1 to 3-4 • Electronic Medical Record: Cerner • Common Diagnoses: CHF, COPD, Renal failure, Respiratory failure, Alcohol withdrawal, Post PCI Responsibilities • Provide high-quality patient care in a busy and dynamic environment. • Conduct Bedside Shift Reports and engage in patient experience improvements. • Monitor vital signs and manage patient care procedures. • Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Requirements • Experience: 2-3 years in a specialty setting; first-time travelers are welcome. • Dysrhythmia Test: Successful completion of a proctored onsite dysrhythmia test is mandatory. • Titration of Drips: Nurses are not required to titrate drips. • Common Drips: Familiarity with DKA, Heparin gtt, Amiodarone gtt, and Cardizem gtt at set rates or protocol-driven. • Monitor Techs: There are central telemetry monitoring systems with dedicated Telemetry Techs; nurses must interpret telemetry strips. Work Schedule • Shifts: 12-hour shifts from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM. • Scheduling: Self-scheduling based on seniority is available. Schedules are made three weeks in advance. • Weekend Requirements: 4 weekend shifts within a 4-week schedule (Days: Sat/Sun, Nights: Fri/Sat). • Floating Requirements: Flexibility to float to 4 West or Med/Surg Departments. Support and Orientation • Nurse Aids: 2-3 Unit Aides are available to assist. • Orientation: 1 shift of unit-specific orientation provided. • Working Environment: This unit is known for being busy and is typically full with 38 patients. Additional Information The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the organization’s mission and values. Emphasis is placed on patient engagement, HCAHPS scores, and core measures for patient care excellence.