RN - ICU - Direct Hire

Job Description

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Nights, 3x12s

Location: Andover, KS

Position Type: Direct Hire

Shift: Nights, 3x12s (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), Every Other Weekend Required

Shift & Weekend Differential: $4.00/hr for 7p-7a shifts and weekends (11:00 PM Friday - 11:30 PM Sunday)

Holiday Differential: 50% of base rate for 6 major holidays. Differentials stack.

Connected Healthcare is seeking a skilled and compassionate ICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a direct-hire opportunity in Kansas. This is a full-time, night-shift position offering competitive pay, shift differentials, and a supportive work environment focused on providing high-quality care to critically ill patients.

Job Summary

As an ICU RN, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to critically ill patients, including assessments, direct physical care, evaluations, and patient education. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive comprehensive and effective care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed assessments of patients' clinical condition, including diagnostic test results and patient responses.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to adjust treatment plans based on patient needs and progress.
• Deliver nursing care in accordance with the treatment plan and within the scope of applicable practice.
• Educate patients and families on illness management, treatment options, and recovery.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of assessments, treatments, and patient responses.
• Contribute to educational activities to improve clinical skills and knowledge in the ICU setting.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow hospital policies and procedures at all times.
  
  

Education & Certification Requirements

• Required: Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing; Nursing Diploma (if completed before the 1980s)
• Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) License issued by the Kansas State Board of Nursing
• Required Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) within 6 months of hire
• Preferred Certifications: Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), NIH Stroke Scale Certification
  
  

Experience Requirements

• Required: Two years of ICU nursing experience in an acute care setting
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage stress and function well during crisis situations.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
• Knowledge and adherence to patient rights, advocacy, and ethical decision-making.
• Proficient in hospital documentation systems and regulatory compliance.
  
  

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• Retirement savings with 401K matching.
• Ongoing professional development and education opportunities.
  
  

If you're an experienced ICU nurse seeking to join a dynamic healthcare team, Connected Healthcare invites you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Enhance your career while making a meaningful impact on patient care. Apply today!