Day-Shift ICU RN: Critical Care & Patient Impact

Community Health Systems; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care using the nursing process from assessment to evaluation. The role coordinates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care in a compassionate environment.

The RN will administer medications, monitor patients, and document findings while adhering to protocols and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care per nursing process and organizational policies.
• Documents patient assessments and reports changes to care team.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors for side effects.
• Assists physicians during procedures within competency.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans with the team.
• Responds to emergencies and participates in CPR and code team activities.
• Provides patient and family education on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Maintains infection control protocols and safety practices.
• Documents care promptly in the medical record.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Documentation

Infection control

Team collaboration

Safety standards

Quality improvement

Organization

Education

RN license

Tools

Ventilators

IV pumps

Monitors

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care using the nursing process from assessment to evaluation. The role coordinates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care in a compassionate environment.

The RN will administer medications, monitor patients, and document findings while adhering to protocols and safety standards.