Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Job description

Overview Department: Intensive Care Unit Shift: Full-Time, 12 hr - Variable Shift The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Intensive Care Unit is responsible for the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The RN provides direct patient care within the scope of nursing practice, ensuring adherence to established hospital policies and standards of care. The RN plays a vital role in monitoring critically ill patients, collaborating with the healthcare team, and guiding patient and family education. Responsibilities: Provides direct and individualized nursing care to critically ill patients. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. Monitors and interprets hemodynamic and physiologic data to identify changes in patient condition. Communicates effectively with physicians regarding changes in patient status, test results, and response to treatment. Administers medications and treatments safely and accurately as prescribed. Responds promptly and appropriately to emergency situations and changes in patient condition. Directs and guides other nursing staff and healthcare personnel in the del...