Registered Nurse ICU

Dallas Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Dallas Medical Center is seeking an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (ICU RN) for per diem night shifts. The assignment involves 12-hour shifts from 7:00pm to 7:00am at the Dallas Farmers Branch location.

The ICU RN will monitor critically ill patients, administer care, and collaborate with the healthcare team to adjust treatments as needed. The ideal candidate holds a state RN license, BLS, and ACLS, with preferred BSN and critical care experience.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• BLS certification upon hire and maintain current.
• ACLS certification within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to critically ill patients with detailed assessments and care plans.
• Use advanced equipment including cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, and ventilators to track vital signs.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products with precise dosing and timing.
• Manage life-support devices such as ventilators and dialysis machines.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients' families and coordinate with the medical team.

Skills

Critical Care

Arrhythmia Interpretation

ACLS Certification

Patient Monitoring

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Employment Status

Per Diem

Overview

Department: Intensive Care Unit
Employment Type: Per Diem / PRN
Shifts Available: Nights
Hours: 12-hour shifts - 7:00pm to 7:00am
Location: Dallas Medical Center - Farmers Branch, Texas
We are seeking a n Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse , also referred to as an ICU RN , Intensive Care Nurse or Intensive Care Unit RN. The Intensive Care RN (ICU RN) will be responsible for providing intensive care to patients with life-threatening conditions. The ICU RN will have advanced skills in critical care settings, make quick decision s , and will be compassionate to all patient s . An ICU RN monitors vital signs, blood oxygen levels, administer IV Fluids, and communicates effectively to the medical team to modify care plans accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to critically ill patients by performing detailed assessments, developing care plans, and implementing complex nursing interventions


• U se advanced equipment like cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, blood pressure monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, and capnography devices to continuously track vital signs and physiological parameters


• S afely administer medications, intravenous fluids, and blood products with precise dosing and timing, closely monitoring patient responses to ensure effectiveness and prevent adverse reactions


• M anag e life-support devices such as ventilators, dialysis machines, and cardiac monitors


• Provide emotional support and education to patients' families, acting as a liaison to ensure they understand the care being provided


• D ocument all aspects of patient care to ensure continuity and compliance while rigorously maintaining infection control and safety protocols to protect vulnerable patients

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Current and valid state RN License.


• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Additional Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic Arrythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.


• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus

• Completion of Critical Care Course preferred


• Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.


• Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred.


• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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