RN ICU FT Nights

Kindred Healthcare•Palestine, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU provides comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit. The RN monitors hemodynamic status, administers medications, performs assessments, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team. The RN ensures optimal patient outcomes through adherence to clinical protocols, safety guidelines, and effective communication with patients and families.

Requirements

Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) from an accredited school of nursing
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of practice
BCLS - Basic Life Support from AHA or other approved program
6 months experience as a Registered Nurse

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in nursing
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support from AHA or other approved program
NCI -Non-violent Crisis Intervention Or Current Program
Prior Experience in an acute care setting

Responsibilities

Provides direct and indirect patient care in a critical care setting, including hemodynamic monitoring and management of critically ill patients.
Administers medications, monitors for side effects, and responds to adverse events.
Performs comprehensive assessments, including head-to-toe assessments, pain assessments, and reassessments.
Develops and implements individualized care plans based on patient condition and response to treatment.
Collaborates with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare providers to optimize patient care.
Educates patients and families on treatment plans, medication regimens, and discharge instructions.
Participates in emergency response and crisis management, including code blue and rapid response situations.
Assists in invasive procedures, including central line insertions and arterial line placements.
Adheres to infection control protocols and maintains a safe environment for patients and staff.
Documents patient care activities, assessments, and interventions accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).