RN - 19260647

Mercy Medical Center Merced • Merced, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated ICU Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care in an Intensive Care Unit, manage critically ill patients, and collaborate with a medical team to support optimal patient outcomes. The ICU has 20 beds and a patient ratio of 1:2. Common diagnoses include sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), hyperglycemia, COPD, cerebrovascular accident (CVA), and gastrointestinal bleeds. The unit uses Cerner. The role requires floating to Telemetry and Medical/Surgical floors and taking a full patient load. Orientation includes two ICU shifts and one shift on a floor unit.

The position is located in a region near Yosemite National Park, lakes, and trails, with cost-effective housing and access to nearby towns and major cities. Pharmacy and respiratory therapy services are available 24/7; nurse aides are not available on the unit. Standby response time is 30 minutes.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in an Intensive Care Unit setting.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• Strong IV skills.
• Availability for 12-hour day shifts, including two weekends every four weeks and holidays as needed.
• Ability to float to Telemetry and Medical/Surgical floors and take a full patient load.

Nice To Haves

• CCRN certification preferred.
• A basic critical care course preferred.
• NIHSS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care to patients in the ICU.
• Administer medications and IV therapies, using strong IV skills.
• Monitor and interpret telemetry data.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to care plans.
• Float to Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units as needed, taking full patient loads.

What This Job Offers

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