RN - 19482126

HCA Medical City Dallas • Dallas, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an experienced ICU Registered Nurse in a 16-bed Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) in Dallas, Texas. The nurse provides high-quality care to critically ill patients, including surgical patients and, in particular, patients in oncology settings. Patient assignments are based on acuity and nurse skills, with approximately one nurse to two patients. The unit uses Meditech for documentation and standard ICU equipment, including ventilators, NXStage, Arctic Sun, and a GE Cardiac Output monitor.

The schedule is 7 PM to 7 AM, with 36 guaranteed hours per week and a 13-week assignment. Scheduling is flexible and arranged one month in advance. Weekend and call requirements will be discussed during the interview, and floating may be required as needed. The unit performs central line and dialysis catheter placements, thoracentesis, cardioversion, intubation, and other standard ICU procedures.

The dress code requires royal blue scrubs. Nails must be clean and healthy, without artificial nails or gel. Hair must be neat and clean, with shoulder-length or longer hair pulled back; extreme styles or colors should be avoided. Tattoos should be covered whenever possible, with those that cannot be covered evaluated individually. Visible piercings other than earrings are prohibited. Company-wide attendance policies apply, and floating guidelines will be discussed before the assignment.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of ICU nursing experience.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.
• Active RN license in Texas; temporary licenses are not accepted.
• Experience caring for surgical patients, particularly in oncology settings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) and hypothermia protocol.
• Familiarity with the Meditech documentation system.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to critically ill patients in a Surgical Intensive Care Unit.
• Care for surgical patients, particularly patients in oncology settings.
• Perform standard ICU procedures, including central line placements, thoracentesis, dialysis catheter placements, cardioversion, and intubation.
• Document patient care using Meditech.
• Float as needed in accordance with unit guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed