RN-ICU

The Registered Nurse (RN) in ICU plays a critical role in coordinating patient care and providing specialized nursing services. Responsible for supervising LPNs and support nursing staff, this position requires a compassionate and skilled individual who can work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and address patient needs, providing compassionate and comprehensive care.
• Work collaboratively with nursing personnel, providing supervision and guidance as needed.
• Maintain accurate and organized records, preparing reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure a clean and healthy environment for staff and patients, adhering to quality standards.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Exhibit outstanding customer service attitude in all patient and family interactions.
• Utilize superb organizational skills in managing supplies and equipment efficiently.
• Remain calm and professional in crisis and emergent situations, providing appropriate support and assistance.
• Proficiently manage electronic records management systems, demonstrating strong computer skills.

Education:

• Associate of Nursing (Required)
• Bachelor’s of Nursing (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications:

• New York RN (Required)
• BLS (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)
• PALS Certification (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
• ICU: 1 year (Preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Lifting: 45 pounds or over
• Moderate Carrying: 15-44 pounds
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Reaching above shoulder
• Manual Dexterity
• Walking: 1 hour per day
• Standing: 4 hours per day
• Sitting: 2 hours per day
• Kneeling
• Repeated Bending
• Vision Requirements: Normal
• Hearing Requirements: Normal
• Wearing an N-95 Respirator Mask

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate empathy and sensitivity towards patients and their families.
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve common goals.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Adapt to changing situations and priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Utilize analytical skills to assess situations and make informed decisions for patient care.
• Proactively identified and addresses issues to ensure efficient and effective patient care delivery.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and integrity in all interactions.
• Manage time effectively to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Pay meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in patient care documentation and procedures.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment.