What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Critical Care position at Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA)?
Role: The RN Clinical Nurse Critical Care provides high-quality, safe patient care within an interdisciplinary team, practicing in a clinical environment supported by evidence-based standards and organizational models.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Perform the nursing process—assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation—using critical thinking and individualized care.
- Deliver relationship-based, patient-centered care that respects cultural diversity and involves patients and families through effective communication and education.
- Coordinate safe, quality care via interdisciplinary communication, timely documentation, and fostering a respectful, inclusive environment.
- Support performance improvement initiatives, participate in research, and promote evidence-based practices.
- Serve as a preceptor or mentor to promote a skilled, future-ready workforce.
- Develop protocols, optimize resource utilization, and ensure compliance with policies, standards, and safety goals.
- Associates or Bachelor's Nursing degree; Bachelors preferred.
- Valid RN license (single state or multi-state compact).
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, obtained upon hire or within specified timeframes.
- Minimum two years of direct patient care experience.