Role Overview: This position involves providing direct patient care in a specialized ICU unit, focusing on oncology, bone marrow transplant, and surgical patients. The nurse will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans, promoting patient safety, education, and family-centered care.
Responsibilities include:
- Ensuring high-quality, safe care while educating patients and families on illness management and post-treatment needs.
- Participating in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and professional development activities.
- Collaborating with an interprofessional team to coordinate comprehensive care plans, considering patient preferences, cultural, and psychosocial needs.
- Using advanced nursing skills to evaluate physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of critically ill patients.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Minimum of Nursing Diploma/Associate’s degree; Bachelor’s preferred.
- RN licensure required; 2+ years of ICU or related experience preferred.
- Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
- Preferred certifications include CCRN, OCN, or BMTNC, but not mandatory.
Key Duties: Providing patient-centered care, developing care plans, ensuring safety, and supporting professional growth through educational programs and certifications. The role emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and adherence to standards of nursing practice.