Registered Nurse (RN) - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) - Critical Care - Kings Mills Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH•Mason, OH

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About The Position

The ICU (Critical Care) Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to acute and critical patients who require intensive medical care. The role involves assessing patient status, prioritizing patient problems and needs, implementing clinical nursing interventions, developing and carrying out patient care plans to improve outcomes, and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment. The nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, uses clinical judgment and evidence-based action, and adapts to rapidly changing patient conditions.

Requirements

Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
At least 1 year of RN experience.
BLS or ACLS certification must be obtained from an approved source before 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 direct patient care.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
Conduct and analyze initial and ongoing patient assessments; create a plan of care, implement treatment, and evaluate its 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 in accordance with the State of Practice and the organization’s policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.