Critical Care Float Nurse: ICU/ED Across High-Acuity Units

Cherry Hill Free Clinic; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Hill Free Clinic in Kentucky is seeking a skilled critical care nurse to provide high-acuity care across ICU, step-down, and ED settings. You will assess patients, implement evidence-based interventions, and collaborate with physicians and the care team.

The role emphasizes safe medication management, infusion therapy, rapid response to status changes, and compassionate family communication while upholding quality standards and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong critical care nursing skills across high-acuity areas.
• Proficient with medication management and infusion/drip handling.
• Solid clinical judgment for emergencies and rapid changes.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and family support abilities.
• Commitment to ongoing education and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and develop, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions.
• Manage complex medication regimens including infusions/drips.
• Respond promptly to rapid changes in patient status and prioritize interventions.
• Coordinate care with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Support patients and families with compassionate, patient-centered communication.
• Maintain safety, quality, and clinical standards across varied unit needs.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Medication management

Clinical judgment

Collaboration & family support

Continuing education

Job description

Cherry Hill Free Clinic in Kentucky is seeking a skilled critical care nurse to provide high-acuity care across ICU, step-down, and ED settings. You will assess patients, implement evidence-based interventions, and collaborate with physicians and the care team.

The role emphasizes safe medication management, infusion therapy, rapid response to status changes, and compassionate family communication while upholding quality standards and ongoing professional growth.