Role Overview:
This position involves providing direct patient care in an ICU setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within nursing standards. The role emphasizes patient and family-centered care, education on illness management, and participation in safety, quality, and regulatory activities. Nurses develop individualized care plans collaboratively, communicate effectively across care teams, and assess patients’ physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs. The ICU features primary nursing, 24-hour physician coverage, and specialized services such as cardiothoracic surgery, neuro, pulmonary, renal, and medical care. The role requires ACLS certification and critical care training.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Nursing Diploma/Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- RN license required
- Preferred: ICU experience, BSN, 2+ years of experience
- Ability to work safely, alertness, and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication, collaboration, and patient education abilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver compassionate, high-quality patient care
- Educate patients and families on care management
- Ensure safety and compliance through active participation
- Develop and communicate individualized care plans
- Assess patient needs holistically, respecting cultural and emotional factors
Additional benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and other resources aimed at supporting employee well-being. This safety-sensitive position requires alertness and adherence to safety protocols.