RN - 19441291

Bergan Mercy • Omaha, NE

10d

About The Position

The ICU Registered Nurse provides high-quality nursing care to adult and pediatric patients over 15 years old in a 34-bed Intensive Care Unit. The role involves managing critically ill patients with conditions including neurosurgery-related needs, respiratory failure, ARDS, sepsis, and cardiogenic shock. Nurses work with an interdisciplinary team, including attending physicians, trainees, nurse aides, and patient care technicians, in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, strong critical-thinking abilities, and flexibility to support colleagues and meet the needs of a dynamic patient population.

The position works 12-hour night shifts. Scheduling is managed by the unit manager based on staffing needs. Weekend work is required every other weekend, and holidays are required as needed. Requests for time off should be submitted upfront; additional requests are limited and subject to approval. The required scrub color is navy blue.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of recent ICU experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Current NIHSS certification.
• Valid driver's license for identification purposes.
• Strong critical-thinking abilities.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of a dynamic patient population.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and pediatric patients over 15 years old.
• Manage critical patient conditions, including neuro surgery, respiratory failure, ARDS, sepsis, and cardiogenic shock.
• Titrate medications, including vasopressors, sedatives, and antiarrhythmics.
• Perform and interpret telemetry monitoring, including reading heart rhythm strips.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in rapid response teams and codes as needed.
• Educate patients and families about care processes and treatment plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed