Registered Nurse Level IV - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Rochester Regional Health•Newark, NJ

23h•$38 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

As a Registered Nurse Level IV, you will leverage your clinical expertise and leadership skills to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients. Additionally, you will serve as a mentor to fellow team members, providing guidance and support to ensure the highest standards of care on the unit. The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital is a 9-bed, high-acuity medical-surgical unit dedicated to delivering exceptional, evidence-based care to critically ill adult patients. Our unit serves a diverse population presenting with a broad spectrum of acute medical and post-operative conditions, providing a dynamic and fast-paced environment ideal for experienced critical care professionals seeking to elevate their clinical practice. This specialized unit is designed to support both medical and surgical critically ill patients requiring continuous, comprehensive monitoring and intervention. Nurses and healthcare professionals on our team manage complex cases involving respiratory failure, hemodynamic instability, sepsis, acute neurological events, and more. Our ICU functions as a core component of the hospital’s emergency and acute care services, often caring for patients with rapidly evolving conditions that require immediate and coordinated multidisciplinary care. Patient Population & Core Treatments: Patients admitted to the ICU often present with: Mechanical ventilation (invasive and non-invasive respiratory support) Hemodynamic support (vasopressors, inotropes, fluid resuscitation) Sepsis and septic shock Post-operative care for high-risk surgical patients Acute ischemic stroke patients receiving TNK (Tenecteplase) Multisystem organ failure And other critical medical conditions requiring intensive monitoring and treatment Key Features of the ICU Environment: High nurse-to-patient ratio for individualized care Advanced monitoring and life-sustaining equipment Interdisciplinary collaboration with intensivists, hospitalists, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and specialty consults A culture of continuous learning, clinical excellence, and professional development Ideal for Nurses and Staff Who: Have a background in intensive or critical care nursing Thrive in high-stress, high-stakes clinical settings Value collaboration and evidence-based practice Are dedicated to patient-centered care and ongoing learning Seek to develop expertise in managing life-threatening conditions Professional Development Opportunities: Access to advanced clinical training and certifications (e.g., CCRN, ACLS) Mentorship and support from experienced ICU staff Participation in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives Engagement in continuing education and simulation-based training Team Culture: The ICU at Newark-Wayne fosters a supportive and respectful environment, where teamwork, communication, and compassion are the foundation of care. Our multidisciplinary team is deeply committed to not only excellent patient outcomes but also the well-being and growth of each staff member. This position is part of the Registered Nurse Level IV (Clinical Nurse IV) role and requires the following to be completed within 12 months of employment: Completion of the Clinical Ladder binder A minimum of 5 activities in each pillar: Leadership, Quality, Organizational Contribution 15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) 20 Flex items

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing required.
Minimum of 6 months experience as a registered nurse.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
BS: Nursing (Required)
BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

Responsibilities

Assessment. Perform initial and ongoing assessment of the patient; demonstrate exceptional clinical judgment and advanced assessment skills; communicate and document assessment with interdisciplinary team; utilize all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family
Planning & Implementation. Develop and document plan of care, treatment and services; collaborate interdisciplinary health team to deliver care; maintains an appropriate nurse-patient relationship and provides an exceptional experience for the patient and family
Evaluation & Education. Evaluate, communicate and document patient responses to care; revise plan of care based on ongoing evaluations; ensure the patient receives and understands education/training specific to their needs and abilities
Training. Provide training for new team members on the unit; assume role of teacher for nursing students and other students shadowing on the unit; act as a resource for other team members for both clinical and non-clinical matters