ICU Clinical Nurse – Nights

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a dedicated ICU Registered Nurse in Belleville, IL to provide direct patient care in the ICU, assess and implement care plans, and collaborate with the healthcare team and patients or caregivers.

The role emphasizes safety, education, and adherence to nursing standards, with a focus on patient and family-centered care. Opportunities for professional development and growth are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid RN license; no experience required, but ICU experience preferred.
• Certifications in BLS and ACLS are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform ICU procedures such as central venous catheters, Swan-Ganz catheters, chest tubes, arterial lines, and IABP management.
• Respond to Code Blue emergencies with trained ICU nurses.
• Contribute to a healing environment through education, safety initiatives, and team collaboration.

Skills

ICU nursing

Patient education

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

Critical care equipment

Job description

Provides direct patient care in the ICU, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, following nursing standards.

• Promotes patient and family-centered care, educating on illness management, post-treatment care, and medication administration.
• Participates in activities that enhance patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, while engaging in professional development.
• Develops and documents individualized care plans with clear goals, collaborating with the healthcare team and patients or caregivers.
• Utilizes critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, considering patient preferences, values, and cultural factors.
• Works in a safety-sensitive role, maintaining alertness and safety at all times.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Valid RN license; no prior experience required, but 2+ years of ICU experience is preferred.
• Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform critical ICU procedures such as central venous catheters, Swan-Ganz catheters, chest tubes, arterial lines, and intra-aortic balloon pump management.
• Respond to Code Blue emergencies, with ICU nurses trained in emergency response protocols.
• Contribute to a healing environment through education, safety initiatives, and team collaboration.

Additional Information:

This role offers competitive pay, shift differentials, benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and more. It emphasizes professional growth within a structured career ladder promoting leadership, collaboration, and excellence in patient care.