Critical Care RN-ICU

ATC Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,870 - 69,603; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) Plan

Job summary

A healthcare staffing organization is seeking a Critical Care RN-ICU in Chicago. The role involves comprehensive patient assessment and nursing interventions in critical care settings. Candidates should have nursing qualifications, at least one year of ICU experience, and ACLS certification. This full-time position provides opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as an RN in an Adult Critical Care Unit within the last two years.
• Current CPR at least to the ACLS level.

Responsibilities

• Conducts individualized patient assessment and ongoing nursing assessment.
• Collaborates with team members in the development of individualized care plans.
• Documents patient assessments and findings accurately.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Collaboration

Emergency response

Cultural competence

Education

Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing

Job description

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This range is provided by ATC Chicago. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range: $43.00/hr - $43.00/hr

Job Summary

The CRITICAL CARE-ICU REGISTERED NURSE (RN) is a healthcare provider who, through education and experience, possesses a distinct body of knowledge and skills relative to the care of the adult patient across the lifespan who is experiencing life‑threatening conditions requiring complex clinical assessment, technologically intense therapies, and interventions. The RN applies specialized nursing knowledge in assessing, implementing, and evaluating patient response to complex conditions, therapies, and interventions. The RN initiates nursing care, health teaching, and health counseling that supports life and restores well‑being. Nursing care is performed in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and under the direction and supervision of the appropriate client representative(s) on the assigned Adult Critical Care Unit.

About Us

For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi‑unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on‑demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Schedules
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Identity theft insurance
• Compensation $43.00/hour

Education

Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.

Experience

One year of experience as an RN in an Adult Critical Care Unit within the last two years.

Credentials

Current CPR at least to the ACLS level; TNCC may be required by some client facilities; health and screening tests as required by specific facilities and/or regulatory agencies.

Environmental Working Conditions

Various client facility settings; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials.

Representative Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with ATC policies and procedures.
• Complies with client facility nursing policies and procedures.
• Conducts individualized patient assessment, prioritizing collection of data based on individual needs and condition.
• Conducts ongoing nursing assessment as dictated by the patient’s condition and in accordance with client facility protocols.
• Collaborates with other team members in the development, implementation, and evaluation of an individualized plan of care.
• Performs treatments and therapies as ordered by physician in an appropriate and timely fashion.
• Performs hemodynamic monitoring as ordered by physician in an appropriate manner.
• Provides individualized patient and family teaching.
• Documents patient assessments, findings, and psychosocial responses to nursing interventions.
• Initiates emergency measures according to adult and facility advanced adult resuscitation protocols.
• Maintains confidentiality related to patient, family, facility, and staff in accordance with HIPAA.
• Advocates patient rights with respect to advance directives and organ donation.
• Provides patient care in a non‑judgmental, non‑discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.
• Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift as dictated by individualized patient assessment.
• Maintains competency in adult critical care nursing by participating in continuing education programs and meeting state specific requirements.
• Complies with accepted ethical conduct and professional standards of nursing practice as set forth by the American Nurses Association or equivalent national organization.
• Demonstrates ability to delegate effectively and appropriately.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care Industries

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE