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Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

Location: Louisville, Kentucky

Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2024


Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team. The ICU RN will be responsible for providing advanced care to patients with life-threatening conditions or comorbidities requiring sophisticated organ support and invasive monitoring. This challenging and fast-paced environment demands quick thinking, strong clinical knowledge, and the ability to care for patients with a wide variety of complex conditions, including overdose, post-surgery recovery, trauma, and chronic illnesses.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide critical care to patients with life-threatening conditions, including those requiring organ support and intensive monitoring.
  • Continuously assess and monitor vital signs, laboratory results, and clinical data to evaluate patient conditions and determine necessary interventions.
  • Administer medications and therapies in alignment with care plans, ensuring safe, accurate dosing and monitoring of side effects.
  • Operate advanced medical equipment for invasive monitoring, ventilation, and other critical care procedures.
  • Respond quickly to changes in patient conditions, implementing appropriate interventions and collaborating with the healthcare team.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient care in the EPIC electronic medical record system.
  • Work closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and execute comprehensive care plans.
  • Provide emotional support and education to patients and families, explaining procedures and offering comfort.
  • Adhere to infection control protocols, ensuring a sterile and safe care environment.
  • Participate in continuous education and professional development to stay current with advancements in critical care nursing.

Required Qualifications:
  • Active RN License in State
  • BLS (AHA) and ACLS certification required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of ICU experience, with demonstrated ability to manage critically ill patients across various conditions.
  • Proficiency in EPIC or other electronic charting systems.
  • Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in specific ICU specialties (e.g., cardiovascular, trauma, neurological).
  • Critical Care Nursing Certification (CCRN) or similar advanced certifications.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience with critical care procedures and technologies.
License/Certification Requirements:
  • BLS (AHA) and ACLS certifications required.
  • 2 years of ICU experience required.
  • State or Crisis License not eligible for emergency license if there have been previous disciplinary actions on the license.
Note-
Location - 
4960 Norton Healthcare Blvd, Louisville, KY, 40241

Certification: Basic Life Support , Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support