Critical Care RN - Night Shift in CICU

CHS Career Site; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process and coordinate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to ensure quality outcomes. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to protocols, and collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues.

The position requires RN licensure with BCLS; ACLS is preferred. Responsibilities include medication administration, patient education, and participation in life-saving interventions,

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Active RN license required.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Document assessments and report changes to care team.
• Provide age-appropriate care and education.
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects.
• Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions.
• Educate patients and families on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain safety.
• Monitor and operate medical equipment used for patient care.
• Participate in audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in professional development and standards adherence.
• Critical Care: manage ventilators and life-support devices.
• Critical Care: perform central lines and advanced life support as needed.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

CPR / Code response

Clinical documentation

Infection control

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Ventilator management

Education

RN license

BCLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

Job description

CHS Career Site is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process and coordinate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to ensure quality outcomes. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to protocols, and collaboration with multidisciplinary colleagues.

The position requires RN licensure with BCLS; ACLS is preferred. Responsibilities include medication administration, patient education, and participation in life-saving interventions,