Registered Nurse SICU

The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to the organization's vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.

Assesses patient condition during admission and during each shift as scheduled and/or as needed, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. Assesses patient environment for any safety risks and/or non-compliance with regulatory standards. Assesses patient pain regularly to promote effective pain management, including reassessments after appropriate intervention.

Assesses patient condition for signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect. Reports any indications of abuse or neglect to medical provider(s), nurse leader, and/or appropriate agency. Uses specialized equipment and supplies safety and effectively, with adaptations according to patient age, size, and developmental needs.

Manages Swan-Ganz, arterial, and CVP lines and applies appropriate intervention as needed. Effectively manages ventilators, troubleshooting issues as they arise. Collaborates with respiratory therapy practitioners and physicians in the care of intubated patients.

Demonstrates knowledge of weaning parameters. Administers vasoactive, antiarrhythmic, inotropic, sedative and paralytic agents per policy and unit standard. Applies best practices to the care of sedated patients, minimizing the potential for injury.

Serves as an example of professional nursing practice and promotes pride in nursing for the organization, the community, and the health care industry. Demonstrates caring and empathy in all interactions and advocates for patient- and family-centered approach in all decisions and actions. Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, bedside shift report, communication fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc. Shares new knowledge with peers and mentors those with less experience.

Participates in professional practice activities and advocates for shared governance functions. Functions as a good steward of financial resources by effectively managing supplies, equipment, length of stay, and throughput. Assumes personal accountability for work time.

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• (RN) Registered Nurse
• Registered Nurse Diploma

No Travel Required No experience Required Years of Experience