IMCU Registered Nurse: Critical Care & Patient-Centered Care

Northwest Health; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. You will coordinate with physicians and the care team to ensure high-quality care and positive patient outcomes in a compassionate environment.

The role involves clinical duties, medication administration, documentation, and participation in safety and quality initiatives in alignment with facility protocols.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
• Knowledge of nursing processes and clinical practices
• Ability to communicate findings effectively and collaborate with care teams
• Proficiency in medication administration and monitoring for adverse effects
• Adherence to safety, infection control, and quality improvement standards from organizational guidelines

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient-centered care per nursing process
• Document assessments and changes in condition accurately
• Administer medications and monitor side effects
• Assist physicians during procedures within competency
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans with the team
• Participate in life-saving interventions as needed
• Educate patients and families on conditions and discharge plans
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are followed
• Maintain accurate medical records and participate in audits

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessments

Medication administration

Communication

Organization & documentation

Safety & infection control

Education

RN license

BCLS certification

ACLS preferred

PALS preferred

NRP preferred

Job description

Northwest Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. You will coordinate with physicians and the care team to ensure high-quality care and positive patient outcomes in a compassionate environment.

The role involves clinical duties, medication administration, documentation, and participation in safety and quality initiatives in alignment with facility protocols.