Registered Nurse ICU

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA and otherleave

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance

Many other amazing benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking an ICU RN for Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. The role involves 12‑hour night shifts and ICU patient care with life‑threatening conditions. A $20,000 sign‑on bonus applies for qualified candidates.

Requires active RN license, BLS, ACLS, and ICU experience; CCNN/BSN preferred. Responsibilities include monitoring patients, administering meds, managing ventilators and devices, and communicating with the medical team.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• BLS certification at hire and maintained.
• ACLS certification at hire and maintained.
• Critical care course preferred.
• Basic arrhythmia interpretation within 30 days.
• Minimum 1 year staff RN in acute care (CCU/ICU preferred).
• CCRN certification preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality care to critically ill patients with detailed assessments and care plans.
• Use cardiac monitors, ventilators and other devices to track vitals.
• Administer medications and IV fluids with precise dosing and timing.
• Manage life‑support equipment and respond to changes in patient status.
• Provide family education and emotional support as liaison with the care team.
• Document care and adhere to infection control and safety protocols.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Patient assessment

Effective communication

Education

RN license (state)

BSN preferred

Tools

Cardiac monitors

Ventilators

IV pumps

Job description

Bonus Amount

$20,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Department: ICU

Employment Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Nights

Hours: 12-hour shifts - 7:00pm to 7:00am

Location: Providence Medical Center - Kansas City, KS

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 decisions, and will be compassionate to all patients. 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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Deliver high‑quality care to critically ill patients by performing detailed assessments, developing care plans, and implementing complex nursing interventions
• Use advanced equipment like cardiac monitors, pulse oximeters, blood pressure monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, and capnography devices to continuously track vital signs and physiological parameters
• Safely administer medications, intravenous fluids, and blood products with precise dosing and timing, closely monitoring patient responses to ensure effectiveness and prevent adverse reactions
• Manage 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
• Document all aspects of patient care to ensure continuity and compliance while rigorously maintaining infection control and safety protocols to protect vulnerable patients

Qualifications

Education, Work Experience & Qualifications:

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.
• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• 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.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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