Registered nurse in the icu job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Registered nurses in the ICU monitor patients, ensure that treatment plans are followed, administer medications, and provide general assistance. They are specialized in working in the ICU as they have a good grasp and a better understanding of the needs of patients in the ICU.
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Example registered nurse in the icu requirements on a job description
Registered nurse in the icu requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in registered nurse in the icu job postings.
Sample registered nurse in the icu requirements
- Current RN license from an accredited program.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
- Previous experience in ICU, critical care, or emergency medicine.
- Knowledge of ICU protocols and procedures.
Sample required registered nurse in the icu soft skills
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-stress environment.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
Registered nurse in the icu job description example 1
Prime Healthcare registered nurse in the icu job description
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) ($15,000 Sign On Bonus).
Job Details:
The Intensive Care Registered Nurse (RN) is a highly specialized and trained nurse who provides care to patients with life-threatening illnesses or conditions. They provide specialized experience, knowledge, and skills that patients need to survive or de-escalate care.
This is a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Intensive Care Unit. At least
six months experience
is required for this position.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Active communication with the physicians and changes to the patient’s clinical condition. Clearly understand hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies, abnormal results, and symptomatology. Respond quickly and accurately to any changes in the condition and/or response of patients. Enjoys a face-paced environment but be able to easily multitask.
Qualifications:
Current and valid State RN License from either Kansas (KS), Missouri (MO) or both. Completed a Nursing program from an accredited university. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS). Current AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or willing to get within 30 days upon hire. Current AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or willing to get within 30 days upon hire.
Benefits:
Up to a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus. Offer stands for those who are hired by 31 Oct 2021 (possibility that this may get extended). 2 years of ICU experience required to receive the bonus. Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education/advanced degrees. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Programs and other options. Work Location Options. Providence Medical Center, Kansas City, KS (KCK). Saint John Hospital, Leavenworth, KS. Saint Joseph Medical Center, Kansas City, MO (KCMO). Saint Mary’s Medical Center, Blue Springs, MO. Different Shift Options. Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem (PRN). Days, Nights, Other Variable Options.
Application Details:
Once you apply for this position, you will receive a text or email from one of our nurse recruiters within 72 hours. If you applied on the weekend, please allow up to 48 hours for a response.
About Prime Healthcare :
We need Nurses that want to heal and help people. If you are into saving lives, then we would love to speak with you about your options.
Job Details:
The Intensive Care Registered Nurse (RN) is a highly specialized and trained nurse who provides care to patients with life-threatening illnesses or conditions. They provide specialized experience, knowledge, and skills that patients need to survive or de-escalate care.
This is a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Intensive Care Unit. At least
six months experience
is required for this position.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Active communication with the physicians and changes to the patient’s clinical condition. Clearly understand hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies, abnormal results, and symptomatology. Respond quickly and accurately to any changes in the condition and/or response of patients. Enjoys a face-paced environment but be able to easily multitask.
Qualifications:
Current and valid State RN License from either Kansas (KS), Missouri (MO) or both. Completed a Nursing program from an accredited university. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS). Current AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or willing to get within 30 days upon hire. Current AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or willing to get within 30 days upon hire.
Benefits:
Up to a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus. Offer stands for those who are hired by 31 Oct 2021 (possibility that this may get extended). 2 years of ICU experience required to receive the bonus. Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education/advanced degrees. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Programs and other options. Work Location Options. Providence Medical Center, Kansas City, KS (KCK). Saint John Hospital, Leavenworth, KS. Saint Joseph Medical Center, Kansas City, MO (KCMO). Saint Mary’s Medical Center, Blue Springs, MO. Different Shift Options. Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem (PRN). Days, Nights, Other Variable Options.
Application Details:
Once you apply for this position, you will receive a text or email from one of our nurse recruiters within 72 hours. If you applied on the weekend, please allow up to 48 hours for a response.
About Prime Healthcare :
We need Nurses that want to heal and help people. If you are into saving lives, then we would love to speak with you about your options.
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Registered nurse in the icu job description example 2
Ochsner Health registered nurse in the icu job description
Cardiac, Neuro, Surgical, Medical - Ochsner Jefferson Highway - Full-time - up to $15000.00 SIGN ON BONUS AND $7500.00 RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE This job is considered a leader in the provision of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN effectively delegates, directs and assists licensed and ancillary team members; assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes; exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions; maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and the department's strategic goals and objectives and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for his/her own practice and supports Ochsner's philosophy of nursing.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.
Education
Required - Registered Nurse Diploma
Preferred - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
Work Experience
Required - None.
Certifications
Required - Current RN License in the state of practice, Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Good organizational skills Good time management skills and self directed Demonstrates Good Judgement Good interpersonal skills
Job Duties
• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Utilizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at Ochsner's discretion.
Education
Required - Registered Nurse Diploma
Preferred - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing
Work Experience
Required - None.
Certifications
Required - Current RN License in the state of practice, Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
Preferred - Certification in clinical specialty area
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Good organizational skills Good time management skills and self directed Demonstrates Good Judgement Good interpersonal skills
Job Duties
• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) properly and serves as a leader and partner on the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Utilizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
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Registered nurse in the icu job description example 3
Community Health Systems registered nurse in the icu job description
** $15k Sign-on Bonus Available**
Shift: 7p-7a
Status: Full Time, Permanent Placement
About us: Flowers Hospital is a 235-bed healthcare facility offering inpatient, outpatient, medical, surgical, diagnostic and emergency care for the Wiregrass community. We believe in the power of people to create great care. Our mission statement of Caring for you as Family is something we take to heart when caring for our community. Flowers Hospital was opened in 1950 by Dr. Paul Flowers serving as our lead example in caring for others. Today we are 1,350 healthcare professionals strong. We are a major referral center for the Tri-State area of south Alabama, southwest Georgia and northwest Florida. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
Job Summary: Care of Medical ICU patients
Qualifications :
- Education - Associates of Science in Nursing
- Experience - New Graduates welcome
- License/Certifications - Must have current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Alabama Board of Nursing. Must maintain current BLS and ACLS certifications.
EMR System : Cerner
Employee Benefits:
- Health Benefits with BCBS of Alabama - Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401K
- Paid Time off ( increases with years of service)
- EIB (Sick Time)
- 100% RN License Renewal Reimbursement
- Company paid life insurance
- Competitive Salary
- Flexible Scheduling
- Weekend Shift differential
- Tuition reimbursement - $5,000 per year
- Loan Repayment Program - up to $20,000
- Sign - On bonus
- Compensation for certifications and education
- Comprehensive Orientation Program
- Opportunity for Career Growth
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024