RN-ICU

Description - External
This is a Department of Nursing Service position that provides delivery of patient care with the knowledge of a Registered Nurse. Must demonstrate the clinical ability to work as Primary RN on the Unit to which assigned. Must be able to coordinates the delivery of patient care on the Unit; completes required documentation; participates in patient/family teaching and discharge planning, effectively utilizing the Nursing Process. Provides leadership by working cooperatively and effectively with physicians, ancillary staff and other administrative and support personnel in maintaining the standards of professional nursing practice in the multidisciplinary clinical setting. Provides the basic leadership required of a Registered Nurse for subordinate staff on the Unit. Maintains quality delivery of patient care by completing patient assignments in compliance with the Nursing Process, the Arizona Nurse Practice Act, TJC and State regulations and established Hospital Policies and Procedures. Strives daily to give all customers very good care and promotes Havasu Regional Medical Centers Standards of Behavior and other duties as assigned.

Reports to: ICU Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

Qualifications - External
Minimum Education
Associate"s degree required
Bachelor"s degree preferred

Required Skills
Requires superior critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Minimum Work Experience
At least 1 year ICU experience preferred.

Required Skills
Licenses:
Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) License or Compact State Registered Nurse (RN) License required on hire

Required Skills
Certifications
ACLS required upon hire, BLS is not required if employee has current ACLS.
TNCC certification within 6 months of hire. Not required by RN Traveler.

Competencies:
Moderate and Deep Sedation within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
EKG Course and NIHSS Stroke within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
Employment Type: Full-Time