Registered Nurse ICU

Dallas Medical Center • Farmers Branch, TX

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (ICU RN) provides intensive care to patients with life-threatening conditions. The role requires advanced critical-care skills, sound and timely decision-making, and compassionate care. The ICU RN monitors vital signs and blood oxygen levels, administers intravenous fluids, and communicates with the medical team to support adjustments to patient care plans.

Requirements

• Current and valid state RN license.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current certification.
• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
• Current ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current certification.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Critical Care Course.
• At least one year as a staff RN in an acute care hospital; critical care experience preferred.
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) certification.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to critically ill patients by performing detailed assessments, developing care plans, and implementing complex nursing interventions.
• Use cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, blood pressure monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, and capnography devices to track vital signs and physiological parameters.
• Administer medications, intravenous fluids, and blood products safely, monitoring patient responses to ensure effectiveness and prevent adverse reactions.
• Manage life-support devices such as ventilators, dialysis machines, and cardiac monitors.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients’ families and act as a liaison to help them understand the care being provided.
• Document patient care to ensure continuity and compliance, and maintain infection-control and safety protocols.

What This Job Offers

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