Registered Nurse ICU

CareWell Health•East Orange, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

In a hospital ICU, the Registered Nurse cares for patients who are often in critical condition and require constant monitoring. The nurse reviews data from specialized equipment to track heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, and other vital signs, and performs nursing duties such as administering medications and communicating with patients about their condition. The role includes assessing patients’ physical, psychological, social, and rehabilitative needs; identifying nursing and discharge needs; providing and evaluating care; and revising care plans when needed. The nurse coordinates patient care, physician orders, interdepartmental activities, transfers, and discharge planning in collaboration with the Case Manager. This job description is not intended to list every required activity, duty, or responsibility. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. The employee must be willing to work holidays and weekends and provide additional coverage as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Current Registered Nurse license to practice in New Jersey.
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
Vent care experience.

Nice To Haves

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification preferred.
Two or more years of experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform thorough and timely assessments of patients’ physical, psychological, social, and rehabilitative condition.
Identify problems and nursing needs, including discharge needs.
Intervene appropriately to address identified problems and needs.
Evaluate the effectiveness of care and revise the care plan when necessary.
Transcribe, verify, and carry out physician orders accurately and promptly.
Manage time efficiently and set appropriate priorities.
Initiate and maintain IV therapy effectively.
Follow the five rights when administering medications.
Coordinate patient care and verify, coordinate, and carry out physician orders accurately.
Coordinate interdepartmental activities, such as laboratory and radiology services, to ensure timely and efficient care.
Coordinate interdepartmental transfers smoothly and efficiently.
Communicate and coordinate with the Case Manager to support timely discharge, patient satisfaction, quality care, and continuity of care.
Work holidays and weekends and provide additional coverage as needed.