Neuro ICU RN: Critical Care Advocate

Methodist Hospitals; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals in Indiana seeks a dedicated registered nurse to deliver comprehensive patient care, administer medications, and collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team. You will document patient status, provide education to patients and families, and maintain safety and quality in a dynamic clinical setting.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety goals, effective communication, and compassionate patient support across inpatient units, including ED/ICU environments.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of a variety of medical equipment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to administer medications per policy and procedure.
• Ability to follow the National Patient Safety Goals.
• Ability to interpret lab and diagnostic results as it relates to patients status.
• Ability to communicate with all disciplines using SBAR.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrates courteous, kind and a caring, compassionate attitude.
• ED/ICU Requirement: ACLS; MED SURG AREAS; BLS

Responsibilities

• Administers medications within the scope of practice and the hospital's policies and procedures.
• Assesses, evaluates, interprets and documents the patients physical and mental status.
• Identifies patient care requirements by establishing rapport with patients and families and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams.
• Promotes patient's independence by teaching patients and families about condition, medications, and self-care.
• Maintains safety and quality of care per standards and regulations.

Skills

Medication administration

SBAR communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's Nursing Preferred

College Diploma Nursing Required

Licensed Registered Nurse

ACLS

CPR Certification

Job description

Methodist Hospitals in Indiana seeks a dedicated registered nurse to deliver comprehensive patient care, administer medications, and collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team. You will document patient status, provide education to patients and families, and maintain safety and quality in a dynamic clinical setting.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety goals, effective communication, and compassionate patient support across inpatient units, including ED/ICU environments.