RN - 19411757

Northridge Hospital Medical Center • Northridge, CA

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About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced 24-bed Intensive Care Unit. The unit has nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2, and uses Cerner PowerChart. RNs are responsible for reading and interpreting monitor strips, as no tele/monitor technicians are available. A charge nurse works without a patient assignment, and respiratory therapy and pharmacy are available 24/7. An in-house intensivist is also available 24/7.

The role involves 12-hour shifts scheduled 0645–1915 or 1845–0715, with 36 guaranteed hours per week. Nurses work every other weekend and one major and one minor holiday for both winter and summer holidays. The RN may float to telemetry units as needed, where the patient ratio is 1:4.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of ICU experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Current NIHSS certification.
• Strong background in general medical-surgical ICU care.
• Experience monitoring and managing critical care patients.
• Familiarity with common ICU diagnoses, including trauma, sepsis, respiratory failure, and postoperative care.

Nice To Haves

• Previous travel experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to critically ill patients, including patients on ventilators and various IV drips.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and interventions, including neurological assessments and ICP monitoring.
• Read and interpret monitor strips.
• Float to telemetry units as needed, with a patient ratio of 1:4.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including the in-house intensivist.

What This Job Offers

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