Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

EliteCare Medical Staffing is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse for our Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Join our team to provide high-quality care to critically ill patients in a supportive and collaborative environment. This position is vital for delivering exceptional nursing services and ensuring patient safety during night shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in the ICU.
• Monitor and interpret patient vitals and telemetry strips using GE & Phillips monitors.
• Administer medications and titrate drips as per protocols, including sedation (Propofol), pressors (Levo, Norepi, Dopamine), insulin, and Cardizem.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including Tele-nocturnist and Tele-Intensivist.
• Support and mentor colleagues, acting as a resource when necessary.
• Participate in unit orientation and training programs alongside Nurse Educator.
• Ensure compliance with stroke education requirements (8 hours/year).
  
  

Patient Care

• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:3, depending on acuity.
• Common diagnoses include sepsis, COPD, CHF, drug overdose, and more.
• Work within a small unit setting (6 beds) with shared nurse aides (2-3 per shift).
  
  

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Current WA State Nursing License.
• Current BLS and ACLS Certifications.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in an Acute Care setting preferred.
• Completion of Critical Care Consortium classes (unless previously experienced in ICU).
• New graduate applications will not be accepted.
  
  

Additional Information

• Charge nurse oversees the acute care and ICU units without a patient assignment.
• ICU staff may float to acute care units or assist in the ER as needed.
• Dress Code: Navy blue or white scrubs in solid colors only.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a $15,000 sign-on bonus*.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  
  

Each applicant must show evidence of licensure, certifications, education and training.

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