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Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

  • Kansas, Wichita

  • 04/23/2025

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • 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.


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