RN - 19240355

CHI Health Good Samaritan • Kearney, NE

41d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a qualified ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced environment, working with a diverse patient population and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The ICU provides care for a variety of patient diagnoses, including: Trauma and cardiac cases, Overdose and substance abuse, Sepsis and other renal issues, Post-stent and pacemaker placements, Stroke and vascular cases, Heart and respiratory failure.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years in a critical care setting.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certification required.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting telemetry strips.
• Capable of troubleshooting respiratory equipment.
• Minimum commitment to work every other weekend.
• A minimum of 2 holidays required within the contract period.
• Request for Time Off (RTO) should be submitted upfront (7 days or less per 13-week contract).
• All nursing staff must adhere to the fingernail policy prohibiting artificial nails while providing patient care. Failure to comply may result in contract termination.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with a diverse patient population.
• Experience collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patient conditions, performing initial assessments and ongoing evaluations.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Titrate intravenous drips for medications, including cardiac and insulin drips.
• Utilize critical care equipment including ventilators, CPAP, BiPap, and high flow oxygen systems.
• Document patient care activities, observations, and outcomes in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members, including nurse aides and respiratory therapists, to ensure optimal patient care.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations and initiate appropriate interventions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level