ICU RN - Cardiac Specialty

Thedacare • Appleton, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The ICU RN 1 in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) provides direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced and challenging environment. The main responsibilities include closely monitoring patients who have undergone intense surgeries, strokes, medical co-morbidities, managing ventilation, titrating vasoactive IV medications and intervening during medical emergencies. This role is designed for nurses with foundational knowledge and skills in critical care who work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Current Wisconsin RN or compact nursing licensure
• BSN Completion: Upon hire, any non-BSN nurse with less than one (1) year of licensed Registered Nurse experience will be required to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within five (5) years of hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire date

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to critically ill patients, including those requiring ventilatory support, hemodynamic monitoring, and other forms of life support.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and manage complex treatment protocols.
• Perform assessments of patients’ vital signs, condition, and symptoms, reporting changes to the healthcare team.
• Monitor and maintain patients’ hemodynamic stability through proper use of invasive and non-invasive techniques.
• Assist with procedures such as central line insertions, intubation, and tracheostomy care.
• Accurately document patient care activities, including assessments, interventions, and changes in patient condition in electronic health records.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other team members to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, care procedures, and progress.
• Respond to critical situations and codes (e.g., Code Blue) by performing life-saving interventions like CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management.
• Participate in daily rounds and contribute to the development of interdisciplinary care plans.
• Precept and support new nurses and nursing students as required.
• Maintain infection control standards and follow hospital protocols to ensure patient safety and department specific competencies.

Benefits

• Lifestyle Engagement
• e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
• Access & Affordability
• e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees