Registered Nurse ICU

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS is seeking an Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse to provide critical care during night shifts, with 12-hour shifts from 7:00pm to 7:00am. The ICU RN will monitor patients with life-threatening conditions and collaborate with the medical team.

Ideal candidates hold an active Kansas RN license, BLS, ACLS, and prefer CCRN/BSN. This full-time role offers a $20,000 sign-on bonus and opportunities to work with advanced equipment and

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• BLS certification upon hire and maintained.
• Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.
• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS certification within 30 days upon hire and maintained.
• Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital; critical care 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, infusion pumps, and other ICU equipment to monitor and support patients.
• Administer medications and IV fluids with precise dosing and monitor responses.
• Manage life-support devices and communicate care plans to the medical team.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients' families; ensure infection control and safety.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Patient assessment

Rapid decision making

Team collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

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:

1. Current and valid state RN License.2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Completion of Critical Care Course preferred. 4. Basic ArrhythmiaInterpretation within 30 days of hire.5. Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 6. Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.7. Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred. 8. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

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