ICU Registered Nurse (RN) - Days

Community Health Systems • Oro Valley, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Oro Valley Hospital is hiring a full-time, day-shift Registered Nurse for its Intensive Care Unit. The ICU cares for critically ill adults who may require life support, including medical and cardiovascular patients. The RN plans, directs, participates in, and evaluates patient care, collaborating with other disciplines to deliver optimal care. The RN provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, coordinating care in accordance with clinical protocols and provider orders while supporting patients and their families.

The role includes caring for complex critical-care patients, administering prescribed medications and treatments, operating life-support equipment, responding to emergencies, and contributing to individualized care plans and improved patient outcomes. The RN also provides patient and family education, advocates for patients, follows safety and infection-control standards, documents care, and participates in professional development and quality-improvement activities.

Oro Valley Hospital describes its culture as centered on safe, quality care, teamwork, shared goals, and recognition of employees. The hospital is a 176-bed facility with a freestanding emergency center, Skilled Nursing Unit, and physician group.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute-care setting required.
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
• Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.
• Registered Nurse (RN) state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Assess patients, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
• Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration.
• Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
• Advocate for patients' rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
• Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
• Follow infection-control protocols to help prevent healthcare-associated infections.
• Monitor and operate medical equipment, including IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators.
• Promote patient safety by following National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks.
• Make responsible decisions when planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
• Document patient care and education promptly and thoroughly in the medical record.
• Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current nursing standards and regulations.
• Participate in performance-improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including intravenous medications and therapies, in the critical-care setting.
• Manage complex medical equipment, including ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems.
• Perform procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible scheduling
• 100% licensure/certification renewal reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Up to $20,000 for student loan payments
• Career advancement opportunities, including preceptor workshop, ventricular assist device education program, and CRRT education program
• Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) focused on practice, care, interprofessional collaboration, and transformational leadership

What This Job Offers

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