RN - CCU - Team-Oriented Fast-Paced Environment (Apply in minutes)

Overview

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• Position Highlights : CT7A Critical Care Unit
• Number of beds on unit : 20
• Patient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit) :
• The Critical Care Unit is a 20-bed unit specializing in the care of acutely critically ill adults requiring close monitoring and frequent, advanced intervention. Specific patient populations and conditions for the Critical Care Unit include, complex multi-trauma, acute stroke, neurosurgical patients, post-op oralmaxillofacial reconstruction, uncontrolled seizures, invasive ventilation, shock requiring vasopressor support, organ donation, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
• Nurse to Patient ratio : 1 : 2
• Department culture and resources :
• The Critical Care Unit is a fast-pace, team-oriented unit. We work closely with our own critical-care physician partners, residents, advanced practice providers, and ancillary team members to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. We have a robust Partnership Committee that meets bi-monthly. We have a unit-based educator, a quality outcomes coordinator, 2 nurse supervisors and charge nurses.
• Frequent nursing skillsequipment used :
• Minimum Q4 hour full RN assessments. Minimum Q1 hour vital signs. Continuous cardiac monitoring by primary RN, FoleyIVNGOG insertions, arterial linecentral linechest tubeExternal Ventricular Drain (EVD)Intracranial Pressure (ICP) monitoring and care, IV pumps, feeding pumps, lift equipment. Commonly used IV drips : vasopressors, diprivan, dexmedetomidine, midazolam, fentanyl, amiodarone, diltiazem, insulin, dobutamine, heparin, octreotide.
• 10,000 Sign ON Bonus (3yr commitment)

5,000 Relocation >

100miles

2,500 Relocation 50miles to 100miles

2,500 BSN Bonus

External Applicants only RN >

Qualifications

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial

and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)

H.S. DiplomaGED

Responsibilities

Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the

scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific

area of practice. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing

care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the

healthcare team. Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and

develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that

is based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing

interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon

continuous evaluation. Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by

reporting andor correcting safety hazards and incidents. Communicates with

others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offers

constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and

confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning

needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution. Fulfills all

requirements of departmental competencies. Ensures good communication with

patientsfamily by utilizing meaningful hourly rounding, bedside report and

whiteboards Works with ventilated patients for early mobility Collaborates

with team to ensure best outcomes Prepares equipment and aids physician during

examination and treatment of patient Responds to life-saving situations based

upon nursing standards and protocol Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment

used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays, such as

intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, and cardiac rhythms from

cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, oxygen pumps, etc.

About Us

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive

and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance

and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600

team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of

healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation

Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital,

Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold

Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system

includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s

first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer

opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with

potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information : human.resources@carle.com._

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $33.68per hour - $57.93per hour.

This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the

time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate

will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the

candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts

worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits

package for team members and providers. To learn more visit

careers.carlehealth.orgbenefits.

Salary : $34 - $58