RN - 19338668

Temple University Hospital • Philadelphia, PA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled ICU Registered Nurse to provide high-quality patient care in the Intensive Care Unit in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The role may require floating to ICU, step-down, intermediate care (IMCU), and emergency department units for ICU holds or borders. The nurse will collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and the healthcare team to individualize care and will direct nursing support staff in accordance with nursing standards and departmental policies.

Staffing ratios will not exceed 1:3 in any assigned unit. Assignments are typically announced 24 hours in advance, although mid-shift adjustments may occur based on patient needs. The nurse must be available for 1–2 holidays and the days surrounding them; travelers are exempt from working on the holiday itself. Flexibility with scheduling and strong collaboration and communication skills are expected.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited nursing school.
• At least 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year in an ICU setting.
• Current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Flexibility with scheduling.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, implement, and evaluate patient care under the direction of licensed physicians.
• Use the nursing process to collaborate with patients, their families, and the healthcare team to individualize patient care.
• Direct nursing support staff in providing patient care in accordance with nursing standards and departmental policies.
• Float to ICU, step-down, IMCU, and emergency department units for ICU holds or borders as necessary.
• Participate in orientation for Women's and Family care requirements when floating.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree