Registered Nurse (RN) - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - The Jewish Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The ICU (Critical Care) Registered Nurse delivers exceptional nursing care to acute and critically ill patients who require intensive medical care. The role assesses patient status, determines priorities for patient problems and needs, implements clinical nursing interventions, develops and performs care plans to improve outcomes, and helps ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. The nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team and uses clinical judgment and evidence-based, patient-focused action to respond to changing patient conditions.

Requirements

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• At least 1 year of RN experience.
• Obtain BLS or ACLS from an approved source before providing direct patient care; ACLS is required within 6 months of hire.
• For Pediatric Units, PALS is required in lieu of BLS/ACLS and must be obtained from an approved source before providing direct patient care.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred, not required).
• BLS or ACLS certification at hire.
• PALS certification at hire.
• 6 months of RN experience in a Med/Surg, Critical Care, Stepdown, or Emergency Department unit.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Conduct and analyze initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Create and implement plans of care, and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Synthesize and prioritize information to take immediate, decisive, evidence-based, patient-focused action using clinical judgment and clinical inquiry.
• Anticipate and respond confidently to rapidly changing patient conditions.
• Administer medications safely and in accordance with state-of-practice requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed