Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

NurseDeck Inc; Edmonds (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The ICU Registered Nurse at NurseDeck Inc. in Edmonds, WA provides specialized care to critically ill patients requiring intensive monitoring and advanced interventions.

You will work with physicians, respiratory therapists, and the care team to deliver safe, high-quality care in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates bring an Associate’s Degree in Nursing, current RN license, BLS and ACLS, with at least 2 years in ICU or critical care within the past 2 years; BSN and PALS/CCRN are a plus.

Qualifications

• ADN required and RN license active in state.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to critically ill patients in the ICU.
• Monitor vital signs, hemodynamic status, and treatment responses.
• Administer medications, fluids, and advanced therapies as prescribed.
• Operate life-support equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and cardiac monitors.
• Assess patient conditions and intervene in emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams on care plans.
• Educate patients and families on treatment and recovery expectations.
• Document care per hospital policy.
• Follow infection control, safety, and quality standards.
• Support transfers and coordinate care across departments.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Ventilators

Infusion pumps

Cardiac monitors

Job description

Note- Travel Exprience Required

Job Summary

The ICU Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care to critically ill patients requiring intensive monitoring and advanced medical interventions. This role demands strong clinical expertise, critical thinking, and the ability to respond quickly to changes in patient condition. The RN collaborates with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to critically ill patients in the ICU.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs, hemodynamic status, and responses to treatment.
• Administer medications, fluids, and advanced therapies as prescribed.
• Operate and manage life-support equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and cardiac monitors.
• Assess patient conditions and intervene promptly in emergencies.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery expectations.
• Document patient care accurately and in compliance with hospital policies.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and quality standards.
• Support patient transfers and coordinate care across departments.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current RN license issued by the applicable state board of nursing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Prior experience in ICU, CCU, or emergency nursing.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification, if applicable.
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification.

Certifications

• RN license (state-specific).
• BLS certification (American Heart Association).
• ACLS certification (American Heart Association).
• PALS certification preferred.
• CCRN certification preferred.