Role Overview: This position involves providing specialized nursing care in a busy ICU unit managing critically ill patients with complex conditions such as respiratory failure, sepsis, and cardiac emergencies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct systematic assessments and reassessments of patients, involving families and healthcare teams.
- Analyze assessments to determine nursing diagnoses and expected outcomes.
- Implement and coordinate care using evidence-based practices, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Evaluate patient outcomes, utilizing critical thinking to address problems and adjust care plans accordingly.
- Assist with discharge planning and resource utilization.
- Maintain professional standards and practice.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Diploma, ADN required; BSN or MSN preferred.
- Previous healthcare experience preferred; equivalent education and experience accepted.
- Current Oklahoma RN license and BLS certification required; BLS must be maintained.
- New graduates must complete a nurse residency program.
Additional Details: The role involves managing life-support systems, communicating effectively with patients, families, and teams, and participating in comprehensive training, including a 12-week orientation with a preceptor. The ICU provides advanced stroke and cardiac care in a fast-paced environment.