ICU RN: Critical Care Leader with Growth & Impact

tms; Iowa; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

TMS in Iowa is seeking an ICU RN for a contract, on-site role in Sioux City. You will provide direct ICU nursing care, monitor patients, and participate in rapid responses in line with physician orders and hospital protocol.

Collaborate with physicians and staff, document thoroughly in the EMR, and uphold infection control and patient safety. The role emphasizes ongoing professional development with shift flexibility and a competitive base salary.

Qualifications

• Active RN license with ICU or Critical Care specialization.
• 2–3 years ICU/critical care nursing experience.
• BLS/ACLS certification with code/rapid response experience.
• Ability to lead rapid response events and manage high‑acuity patients.
• Proficiency in EMR documentation and accurate charting.
• Strong infection control and patient safety adherence.
• Willingness to participate in performance metrics and quality improvement.
• Demonstrated teamwork with physicians, nurses, and support staff.
• Excellent communication with patients and families about care plans.
• Contract role: on‑site, ability to adapt to shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct ICU nursing care to critically ill patients in a timely, evidence-based manner.
• Monitor patient status and escalat changes to the care team promptly.
• Administer medications and therapies per physician orders and hospital protocol.
• Lead or participate in rapid response and code events with composure and clarity.
• Document all clinical assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and support staff to optimize patient outcomes.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and quality standards to minimize risk.
• Utilize performance metrics and patient flow data to prioritize interventions and optimize bed utilization.
• Participate in continuous professional development and demonstrate growth toward advanced competencies.
• Educate patients and families about care plans, expectations, and post-discharge needs.
• Document and share best practices to contribute to unit-wide quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

ICU nursing

Team collaboration

EMR documentation

Communication with patients/families

Education

RN license with ICU/CCU specialization

Tools

EMR system

Job description

TMS in Iowa is seeking an ICU RN for a contract, on-site role in Sioux City. You will provide direct ICU nursing care, monitor patients, and participate in rapid responses in line with physician orders and hospital protocol.

Collaborate with physicians and staff, document thoroughly in the EMR, and uphold infection control and patient safety. The role emphasizes ongoing professional development with shift flexibility and a competitive base salary.