ICU Registered Nurse — Critical Care Leader

Kent Hospital; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI seeks a passionate registered nurse to provide direct patient care within defined groups of patients, following the hospital’s care standards. You will collaborate with physicians and other staff to ensure continuous, high-quality care and discharge planning when needed. Required are RI RN licensure and I.V.

certification, with ACLS/BLS required or within first year. You will participate in patient education, care coordination, and provide clinical leadership as

Qualifications

• I.V. certification required for access and therapies.
• ACLS and BLS certification required; ACLS within 12 months of hire.
• Strong ability to monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and conditions.
• Experience in caring for critically ill medical/surgical patients.
• Current RI RN licensure and BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under approved protocols and adjust care to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement goal-directed nursing care for a defined group of patients.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to the Nursing Supervisor or Physician.
• Educate patients and families regarding condition, discharge and follow-up planning.
• Perform nursing skills in compliance with physician orders and hospital policies.
• Communicate with physicians and departments to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond to emergencies per established procedures.
• Maintain and document patient records accurately and legibly.
• Provide clinical leadership and participate in orientation of new staff; assume charge nurse responsibilities when needed.
• Pursue professional development through seminars and in-services.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

I.V. certification

Cardiac arrhythmia recognition

ACLS within 12 months of hire

BLS

Critical care knowledge

Nursing assessment

Patient education

Emergency response

Education

BSN

RI state RN licensure

Job description

Kent Hospital in Warwick, RI seeks a passionate registered nurse to provide direct patient care within defined groups of patients, following the hospital’s care standards. You will collaborate with physicians and other staff to ensure continuous, high-quality care and discharge planning when needed. Required are RI RN licensure and I.V.

certification, with ACLS/BLS required or within first year. You will participate in patient education, care coordination, and provide clinical leadership as