RN - 19349687
Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center•Glendale, CA
About The Position
We are seeking a qualified and dedicated ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced intensive care unit. The role involves caring for critically ill patients and may include floating between the ICU and CCU, and possibly telemetry units, with appropriate orientation provided for each area. The ICU/CCU has 12 beds, with patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2. Meditech is used for electronic medical records, and respiratory therapy and pharmacy services are available 24/7. The scrub color is navy.
Requirements
- Active ACLS certification.
- Active BLS certification.
- NIHSS certification.
- Completion of an advanced EKG dysrhythmia course.
- Two years of experience in an ICU setting.
Responsibilities
- Care for critically ill patients with conditions such as sepsis, congestive heart failure (CHF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and patients requiring ventilator support.
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms.
- Administer medications and drips, including amiodarone, dopamine, and fentanyl.
- Manage patients receiving advanced mechanical support, including balloon pumps, and provide post-operative care following cardiac surgeries.
- Float between ICU and CCU, and possibly telemetry units, after receiving appropriate orientation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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