Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical ICU
Catholic Health•West Islip, NY
About The Position
Good Samaritan University Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for its Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU). The hospital is a 537-bed teaching hospital and a member of Catholic Health Services of Long Island. SICU nurses care for highly acute and critical patients immediately after surgery, working with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction. They also advocate for patients and build relationships with patients and their loved ones through safety interventions, emotional support, and education.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience in a Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU).
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree; an associate degree will be considered if the candidate is enrolled in an accredited BSN program.
- New York Registered Nurse (RN) license and registration.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification.
Responsibilities
- Assess, monitor, and manage overall care for highly acute and critical patients immediately after surgery.
- Administer medication and document patient progress.
- Partner with an interdisciplinary team, including attending physicians, registered nurses, and ancillary staff, to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Advocate for patients and build meaningful relationships with patients and their loved ones through safety intervention, emotional support, and education.
Benefits
- Generous benefits packages.
- Tuition assistance.
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- A culture that supports professional and educational growth.
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