Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit - Full Time Nights
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU provides comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit. The RN monitors hemodynamic status, administers medications, performs assessments, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team. The RN ensures optimal patient outcomes through adherence to clinical protocols, safety guidelines, and effective communication with patients and families. Bolivar Medical Center is a 164-bed hospital serving Cleveland, MS, and is part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services and also offers a long-term care unit. At Bolivar, you will deliver vital care in a community setting with the backing of a highly regarded hospital system committed to quality, safety, and local impact.
Requirements
- Advanced clinical knowledge in critical care nursing and emergency response
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and medical equipment operation
- Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to patient-centered care
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Current RN license in the state of practice or compact state
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe specified by facility policy
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification within timeframe specified by facility policy
- De-escalation Training
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification
- Minimum of six (6) months of experience in an acute care setting
Responsibilities
- Provides direct and indirect patient care in a critical care setting, including hemodynamic monitoring and management of critically ill patients
- Administers medications, monitors for side effects, and responds to adverse events
- Performs comprehensive assessments, including head-to-toe assessments, pain assessments, and reassessments
- Develops and implements individualized care plans based on patient condition and response to treatment
- Collaborates with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare providers to optimize patient care
- Educates patients and families on treatment plans, medication regimens, and discharge instructions
- Participates in emergency response and crisis management, including code blue and rapid response situations
- Assists in invasive procedures, including central line insertions and arterial line placements
- Adheres to infection control protocols and maintains a safe environment for patients and staff
- Documents patient care activities, assessments, and interventions accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Benefits
- Sign On Bonus Eligible: $12,500
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
