ICU RN: Critical Care Specialist

Dignity Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health Memorial Hospital Bakersfield is seeking an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. You will perform comprehensive assessments, support critical interventions, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, bedside care, and adherence to ICU protocols, with opportunities for professional growth within Memorial Hospital’s extensive services in Bakersfield, CA.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of acute care experience required or hired through the RN Versant program.
• Registered Nurse: CA license required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support - CPR (American Heart Association)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support - ACLS (American Heart Association)

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessment/reassessment, including shift handoffs and history taking.
• Ensure ICU Bundle is followed and participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds.
• Complete documentation accurately in electronic and paper formats.
• Provide direct patient care and assist physicians with procedures as needed.
• Report changes in patient condition to the physician.

Skills

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Emergency care

Education

Registered Nurse licensure (CA)

CPR certification (AHA)

ACLS certification (AHA)

Tools

EMR / EHR documentation

Job description

Dignity Health Memorial Hospital Bakersfield is seeking an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. You will perform comprehensive assessments, support critical interventions, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, bedside care, and adherence to ICU protocols, with opportunities for professional growth within Memorial Hospital’s extensive services in Bakersfield, CA.