Registered Nurse Branson ICU - Full Time Nights

CoxHealth • Branson, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in the Branson Intensive Care Unit, a fast-paced, collaborative environment caring for a diverse population of acutely and critically ill patients. Patients may include post-STEMI patients requiring intra-aortic balloon pumps or Impella devices; acute stroke patients; patients with complex diabetes and renal disease requiring dialysis; post-cardiac-arrest patients receiving targeted temperature management with the Arctic Sun; and patients with COPD requiring mechanical ventilation. The team supports professional growth through experienced colleagues, educators, and mentors.

The critical care nurse provides direct, individualized care in a highly technical environment requiring ongoing patient monitoring. The nurse assesses patient conditions, performs diagnostic tests, initiates treatments, and assists physicians with medical procedures. The nurse also monitors and adjusts specialized equipment and interprets and records electronic displays, including intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, cardiac rhythms, and ventilator settings.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or an NLN-approved program.
• Active RN license in the state of Missouri.
• Obtain BLS within 90 days.
• Obtain ACLS within one year of hire.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective leadership abilities.
• Valuable time-management skills.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multitasking environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Previous nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and individualized care to acutely and critically ill patients.
• Assess patient conditions, perform diagnostic tests, and begin treatments.
• Assist doctors with required medical procedures.
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment.
• Interpret and record electronic displays, including intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, cardiac rhythms, and ventilator settings.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• $1.00 certification pay.
• $1.00 BSN pay.
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.
• Additional benefits are available; the posting refers candidates to CoxHealth’s comprehensive benefits list.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree