Registered Nurse ICU

Ascension•Mequon, WI

30d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves delivering compassionate, high-quality direct patient care in the ICU department, adhering strictly to established protocols and best practices. The nurse will manage the entire patient care journey, meticulously documenting progress, executing physician and nursing orders promptly, and communicating critical status updates to the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care. Additionally, the role requires coordinating care across all clinical disciplines, acting as the primary liaison to guarantee seamless and well-integrated patient services and optimal care outcomes. The nurse will also facilitate comprehensive discharge planning by assessing patient needs and collaborating with the healthcare team for a safe transition home.

Requirements

Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Responsibilities

Deliver compassionate, high-quality direct patient care that strictly adheres to established organizational protocols and best practices.
Manage the entire patient care journey, meticulously documenting progress, executing physician and nursing orders promptly, and communicating critical status updates to the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
Coordinate care across all clinical disciplines, acting as the primary liaison to guarantee seamless and well-integrated patient services and ensure optimal care outcomes.
Facilitate comprehensive discharge planning by assessing patient needs and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure a safe, smooth, and successful transition home.