RN - 19411683

California Hospital Medical Center•Los Angeles, CA

14d

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Registered Nurse to provide exceptional care to critically ill patients as part of an Intensive Care Unit team. The unit has 32 private rooms and no nurse aides. Pharmacy and Respiratory Therapy services are available 24/7, and Cerner is used for electronic medical records. The position includes floating to Telemetry or occasionally to the Emergency Room as needed. A two-day floor-specific orientation is provided for nurses with Cerner experience. The team values self-confident nurses who can adapt to a diverse staff.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in an ICU setting.
Current ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and LA City Fire & Safety certifications.
Knowledge of preventative bundles for stroke and cardiac patients, including ABCDE and VAP bundles.

Nice To Haves

One year of travel nursing experience.
Knowledge of basic dysrhythmias and pharmacology.
Experience with sheath pulling.
Familiarity with ventilator management.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality nursing care to ICU patients through assessments, interventions, and evaluations.
Administer medications and IV drips, including Cardizem, dobutamine, dopamine, and TPA.
Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms using Nihon Kohden bedside monitors.
Collaborate with hospitalists, intensivists, and other multidisciplinary team members to support patient outcomes.
Care for high-acuity patients while maintaining a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 or 1:1 as necessary.
Participate in bedside reports and communicate clearly with team members during shift changes.
Float to Telemetry or occasionally to the Emergency Room as needed.
Follow safety protocols and best practices, particularly stroke and cardiac care bundles.