RN - CVICU

RN II-ICU-CVICUResponsible for the planning, coordination, and provision of nursing care to patients in a critical care setting. Supervises and delegates care responsibilities to ancillary personnel according to their scope of practice. Demonstrates critical care nursing knowledge and skills applicable to the care of patients with multi-system failure requiring ventilation, neuro/trauma, respiratory failure, and hemodynamic monitoring. Provides appropriate nursing interventions in stable and emergent patient situations. Is competent in all routine nursing skills, including medication administration and intravenous therapy, including blood products. Maintains care for and communicates regarding indwelling catheters and drains, as well as the safe use of medical equipment in critical care. Accurately interprets ECG rhythm and manages care of patients during life-threatening emergencies. Verifies alarm settings with Monitor Technician per policy. Demonstrates knowledge of lead functions and applications, recommending best monitoring based on patient presentation. Manages care and monitoring for patients requiring ICP and ventriculostomy monitoring, as well as pulmonary artery and arterial pressure monitoring catheters. Demonstrates proficiency in assessment and intervention related to changes in neurological symptoms. Demonstrates knowledge and skills for the care and management of patients requiring mechanical ventilation and ventilatory support devices. Understands the principles of multi-system alteration and its impact on physiological functions and mental processing. Initiates a multidisciplinary, goal-oriented care plan for each patient in collaboration with the healthcare team. Provides education to patients and their families regarding care, using appropriate teaching methods tailored to age, condition, culture, and learning readiness. Completes accurate and timely documentation of all nursing care, including evaluation of patient responses to medications and treatments. Consistently performs necessary safety and quality control checks. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Complies with all vaccinations and safety protocols as required. We offer competitive benefits, including: Medical, dental & vision insurance Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service