Registered Nurse Trauma ICU Full-time Days
Fort Wayne, Indiana
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Posted Oct 1 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- Days 5a-5p Full-time, .9 FTE, Days 5a-5p
- Unit and setting
- Medical Surgical ICU (Neuro/Trauma ICU) · HospitalMedical Surgical ICU - 34 Beds (Neuro/Trauma ICU)
- License
- RN license RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure requiredState Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure
- Term
- Permanent Full-time, .9 FTE, Days 5a-5pFull-time, .9 FTE
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
- License
- State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required Check your license
- Certification
- Basic Life Support BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- Experience
- 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting
Preferred
- Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
- Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
- Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
- Tuition assistance
- $5,000 Tuition Reimbursement
- Loan repayment
- Student Loan Repayment (up to $20,000)
- Bonus
- Sign On Bonus Sign On Bonus
- Eligibility
- first month after hire
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, Dental, & Vision benefitsMedical, Dental, & Vision benefits starting the first month after hire
- Benefits401K with 50% match up to 6%401K with 50% match up to 6%
- BenefitsStudent Loan Repayment (up to $20,000)Student Loan Repayment (up to $20,000)
- Benefits$5,000 Tuition Reimbursement$5,000 Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO & EIB
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
- Day to day
- Conducts patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members.
- Day to day
- Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
- Day to day
- Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice.
- Day to day
- Assists physicians during procedures within scope of competency and skill level Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level.
- Day to day
- Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Day to day
- Responds to medical emergencies and participates in CPR and code team activities Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
- Day to day
- Advocates for patient rights and needs in care planning and delivery Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery.
- Day to day
- Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
- Day to day
- Implements and adheres to infection control protocols Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections.
- Day to day
- Monitors and operates medical equipment such as IV pumps, monitors, and ventilators Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety.
- Day to day
- Promotes patient safety adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
- Day to day
- Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements.
- Day to day
- Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
- Day to day
- Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in medical record Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
- Day to day
- Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of standards Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations.
- Day to day
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
- Day to day
- Administers medications and treatments as prescribed, including intravenous medications and therapies Administers medications and other treatments as prescribed, including intravenous medications and therapies.
- Day to day
- Manages complex medical equipment including ventilators, monitoring devices, and life-support systems Manages complex medical equipment, including ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems.
- Day to day
- Performs procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support Performs procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support.
- Unit size
- 34 Beds Medical Surgical ICU - 34 Beds (Neuro/Trauma ICU)
- Hours stated
- 5a-5p
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
ICU / Critical Care has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
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Full-time, .9 FTE, Days 5a-5p
Medical Surgical ICU - 34 Beds (Neuro/Trauma ICU)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits starting the first month after hire
- Sign On Bonus
- 401K with 50% match up to 6%
- Student Loan Repayment (up to $20,000)
- $5,000 Tuition Reimbursement
PTO & eib
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
Essential Functions
Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process. Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the appropriate care team members. Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education.
Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration in accordance with standards of practice. Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level. Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities, as appropriate. Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring their voices are heard and respected in care planning and delivery. Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, ensuring understanding and adherence to instructions.
Implements and adheres to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of healthcare-associated infections. Monitors and operates medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety. Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards of practice and regulatory requirements. Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and organizational policies. Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current nursing standards and regulations. Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development, to enhance patient outcomes and care delivery.
Critical Care RN
Administers medications and other treatments as prescribed, including intravenous medications and therapies. Manages complex medical equipment, including ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems. Performs procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support. Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices. Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively. Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care. Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required BCLS - Basic Life Support required ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred Refer to facility or unit-specific guidelines for additional requirements.
What's around it?
Fort Wayne, INFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 7% below the US average
- Median rent
- $999/mo
- Household income
- $61,422/yr, all local households, not nurse pay