Registered Nurse (RN) - MICU

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Matthews, NC

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in a 4-bed Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) providing critical care services. The unit does not offer bedside dialysis or cardiac intervention; patients requiring these services are transferred to appropriate facilities. The RN provides age-appropriate care, collaborates with patients, families, and the care team, and contributes to safe, evidence-based care. The role may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs. The position is full-time, with three 12-hour night shifts per week from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., totaling 36 hours per week. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. Two years of critical care experience is preferred; the role typically requires one year of clinical nursing experience.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency in computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.

Nice To Haves

Two years of critical care experience.
Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Responsibilities

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.