ICU Registered Nurse (RN) Position Overview This position is for an ICU Registered Nurse who will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care to critically ill patients. The role includes monitoring patient conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Shift Information • Shift: Nights • Length: 12 hours • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Responsibilities • Manage and provide care for patients with complex medical conditions including but not limited to COPD, pneumonia, CVA, TIA, DKA, sepsis, CHF, STEMI, and neuro conditions. • Maintain a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2, with adjustments based on patient downgrades to a ratio of 1:5 for medical patients and 1:4 for PCU patients. • Titrate medications including vasopressors, insulin, TNK, heparin, IV antibiotics, and sedatives as necessary. • Read and interpret telemetry strips. • Complete a pass/fail exam during orientation, requiring a minimum score of 90% to continue in the position. • Participate in unit-specific orientation and training during the first week. • Float to PCU and medical floors as needed. Qualifications • Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS. • A minimum of 2 years of experience in critical care or intensive care settings is preferred. • Active and valid RN license required. • Driver’s license required for verification of residence outside of a specified radius. Work Environment • Department: ICU • Available equipment includes vents, BiPAPs, and related respiratory therapy tools. • Support staff includes nurse aides/patient care techs, with specific support ratios based on patient census. • Critical care coverage by hospitalist or intensivist available 24/7, including E-ICU staffed with nursing and advanced practice providers. • Standard dress code includes navy blue scrubs. Scheduling Requirements • Weekend requirements: Every other weekend. • Holiday requirements: Variable, based on department needs. • Shift hours include 0630-1900 and 1830-0700. • RTO (Request Time Off) should be communicated upfront with limited options for additional requests during the contract period.