ICU Registered Nurse (RN) - Day Shift - $5,000 Sign-On

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the Nurse Manager/House Supervisor’s direct supervision, the ICU RN provides direct nursing care
in accordance with the laws governing nursing practice and hospital policy.

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provides patient care within the guidelines of the Nurse Practice Act of the BNE and hospital policies
and procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the critically ill patients’/residents’ histories, current progress/practices, care requirements, and treatment goals.
• Performs head to toe assessment of each assigned patient within one hour from the beginning of
shift.
• Performs procedures basic to the general wellbeing of the patient.
• Identifies unsafe patient care practices and assumes responsibility for intervention. Documents when appropriate.
• Investigates all unfamiliar procedures, techniques, and medications (purpose, methods, and side
effects) before carrying them out.
• Prioritizes and organizes care that is given to each patient, using patient input when possible.
• Satisfactorily functions as a Team Leader or Team Member in Code Blue and Rapid Responses.
• Acts as a resource person and assists staff in the performance of their duties.
• Safely and effectively utilizes equipment in the provision of patient care and demonstrates
knowledge and skill in the following areas: high-risk medications, invasive procedures, high-risk equipment.
• Consistently collaborates with other staff members and assists them when needed.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability in procedures requiring moderate sedation or post-care.
• Follows protocols, best practices, and bundle guidelines.
• Complies with established medication policies and procedures, including the ten (10)
rights and legible documentation.
• Demonstrates competence in performing basic drug calculations and drip titration.
• Participates in patient rounds as required and completes team conference report.
• Accepts patient assignments within their scope, as directed by the Nurse Manager/House supervisor.
• Coordinates and oversees care delivered by Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Provides comprehensive patient handoff at the end of the shift.
• Actively seeks out opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Attends 80% of Nurse Education courses with Nexus Specialty Hospital.
• Attends at least 80% of all staff meetings.
• Actively participates in orienting/precepting of new employees.
• Possesses the ability to recognize changes in patient conditions and implements appropriate interventions.
• Completes documentation that reflects patient events, communication, status, and changes.
• Communicate with patients, patient’s family, staff, and physicians professionally and courteously.
• Participates as a nurse team member in the Quality Management System.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Experience

• Preferred minimum of at least two (2) years’ experience in acute care ICU or LTAC ICU setting.

Education Required

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• Maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas
• Certified in AHA BLS/CPR and ACLS