RN ICU Registered Nurse Per Diem

Kindred Hospital South Bay • Gardena, CA

404d • $103,646 - $131,456

About The Position

The RN ICU Registered Nurse Per Diem position at Kindred Hospital South Bay involves providing high-quality care to critically ill patients in an intensive care setting. The role requires advanced nursing skills and the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while serving as a patient advocate. The nurse will supervise other caregivers, coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams, and ensure adherence to hospital policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Registered Nursing program.
• Current state licensure as Registered Nurse.
• BCLS certification and ACLS required.
• Minimum one year training and experience in Critical Care.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality patient care to critically ill patients through the nursing process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, and Evaluation.
• Serves as a patient advocate at all times.
• Supervises the nursing care provided to each patient by other caregivers.
• Develops the nursing care plan in coordination with the patient, family, and interdisciplinary staff.
• Applies critical thinking to promote positive clinical outcomes and ensures patient education.
• Participates in discharge planning and maintains nursing care standards.
• Assesses patients on admission and makes referrals to other disciplines as needed.
• Documents patient assessments, care plans, and other pertinent information in the electronic medical record.
• Demonstrates correct use of biomedical equipment and ensures safe delivery of patient care.
• Obtains consents for procedures and blood transfusions, ensuring informed patient decisions.
• Receives and accurately transcribes physician's orders, ensuring follow-through on orders.
• Recognizes and responds to changes in patient conditions, instituting emergency actions as necessary.
• Administers medications with knowledge of actions, side effects, and correct dosages according to ICU policies.
• Directs, supervises, and evaluates nursing care provided to patients.
• Assists physicians with special tests and procedures and participates in the economical utilization of supplies.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $49.83 - $63.20.

What This Job Offers

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