Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical ICU (SICU)
Core
Provide critical care to critically ill or complex general surgery and traumatically injured patients (ages 15+) in a 23-bed Surgical ICU, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2 (1:1 for critical patients).
Role type
Registered Nurse (Surgical ICU)
Builds
Patient care plans and treatment modifications for trauma and surgical patients
Domain
Healthcare / Trauma and Critical Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Critical thinking, evidence-based practices, patient assessment, medication administration, medical equipment operation, emergency response, direct supervision of less skilled personnel
Preferred skills
One year experience in direct patient care, EPIC documentation
Technologies
Microsoft Office Suite, EPIC
Responsibilities
Monitor and record symptoms and vital signs; Modify patient treatment and care plans; Administer nursing care and medications; Instruct individuals and families on health education; Direct and supervise less skilled nursing personnel
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior (less than 1 year required, 1 year preferred)