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Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

Location: Peoria, Illinois

Date Posted: 12 Aug, 2026


Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse – ICU provides specialized, high-acuity nursing care to critically ill patients requiring continuous monitoring and advanced interventions. This role involves patient assessment, administration of complex therapies, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care in the intensive care setting.

Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, including vital signs, neurological status, and hemodynamic monitoring.
Administer advanced therapies such as IV medications, ventilator support, and specialized ICU treatments.
Monitor telemetry/EKG rhythms and interpret changes in patient condition.
Collaborate with physicians, intensivists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
Respond to emergencies including Code Blue events, resuscitation, and rapid deterioration.
Provide patient and family education regarding conditions, treatments, and recovery expectations.
Maintain accurate documentation in EMR systems, ensuring compliance with hospital standards.
Promote infection control and patient safety protocols.
Participate in continuing education to maintain ICU nursing competencies.

Required Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate’s degree accepted with experience.
Minimum 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in ICU or critical care.
Proficiency in telemetry/EKG monitoring and interpretation.
Strong knowledge of critical care protocols and procedures.
Competence in IV insertion, ventilator management, wound care, and catheter care.
Familiarity with EMR systems (Epic, Cerner).

Preferred Qualifications
Certification in Critical Care Nursing (CCRN) or related specialty.
Experience in neuro ICU, cardiac ICU, or trauma ICU settings.
Advanced training in resuscitation and critical care procedures.

Certifications
RN license required.
CCRN or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.

Education: Bachelors Degree

Certification: Advanced Cardiac Life Support