Job description

CRITICAL CARE REGISTERED NURSE

Provides direct and indirect patient care in the critical care setting. Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Participates in performance improvement and CQI activities.

Education Requirements:

-Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.

-Current state Registered Nurse Licensure.

-At least one (1) year of recent critical care experience.

-Current ACLS and BLS certification.

-PALS and NRP certification within 6 months of hire.

Duties and Responsibilities:

-Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.

-Ability to monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results.

-Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population.

-Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.

-Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

-Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

-Ability to formulate an individualized plan of care, revise plan as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness.

-Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate.

-Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring, identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately based upon ACLS protocol.

-Provides care to patients with compromised nutritional/metabolic status.

-Provides care to patients requiring extensive fluid and electrolyte management.

-Communicates appropriately and clearly to charge nurse, co-workers and physicians.

-Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.

-Provides care appropriate to disease condition and age of the patient.

-Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.

-Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures both in the Critical Care Unit and other departments.

-Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well under stressful situations.

-Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

-Functions as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers.

-Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.

-Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.

-Documentation meets current standards and policies.

-Participates in performance improvement activities.

Professional Requirements:

-Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.

-Completes annual education requirements.

-Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards.

-Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.

-Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.

-Attends annual review and department education opportunities.

-Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.

-Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $35.00 - $53.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Critical & Intensive Care

Physical setting:

• High acuity unit
• Hospital
• ICU

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Brownfield, TX 79316: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• CRITICAL CARE: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: One location

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