Registered Nurse (RN) – Critical Care Unit (CCU) - 26-02377

NavitasPartners • Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Critical Care Unit (CCU) is responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in an adult Emergency Department/Intensive Care Unit (ED/ICU) holding environment. The nurse performs advanced patient assessments, administers treatments, monitors patient conditions, and collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. This role requires experience in acute care critical care settings and the ability to manage complex patient needs with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license .
• Minimum 1.5 years of recent acute care experience within the past two years in a hospital of similar size or trauma level.
• Experience working in critical care or intensive care settings .
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Epic Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred.
• Experience working in Level 1 or Level 2 trauma centers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a critical care or ED/ICU holding unit.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and monitor patient conditions continuously.
• Develop and implement individualized patient care plans based on clinical assessments and physician orders.
• Administer medications, intravenous therapies, and other treatments according to established clinical protocols.
• Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and clinical indicators to identify changes in patient conditions.
• Respond to medical emergencies and assist with life-saving procedures when required.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in the electronic medical record system.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatments, procedures, and recovery expectations.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, and infection control protocols.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed