Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Edgewater (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) for ICU to lead patient care in a fast-paced unit. You will assess patients, coordinate plans, and support families and the healthcare team with clear communication.

The role requires NYS RN licensure, 1–2 years ICU experience, and an Associate degree (BSN preferred). BLS certification and a commitment to professional development are expected.

Qualifications

• Current NYS RN licensure.
• 1–2 years ICU experience.
• BSN or higher preferred (AS degree acceptable).
• BLS certification.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and coordinate interdisciplinary plans.
• Develop and modify care plans within 24 hours of admission.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Document responses to interventions and participate in performance improvement.
• Maintain safe patient environments and administer medications as ordered.
• Respond to urgent situations and advocate for patient rights.

Skills

ICU nursing

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Leadership

Documentation

Education

NYS RN licensure

Associate degree (BSN preferred)

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for ICU - Intensive Care Unit (Level I)

The role involves providing expert patient care, coordinating interdisciplinary plans, and demonstrating leadership in a fast-paced ICU environment.

Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, developing and modifying care plans within 24 hours of admission, and ensuring effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

The RN is expected to utilize critical thinking to solve clinical issues, document responses to interventions, and participate in performance improvement activities.

Providing a safe environment, administering medications, and responding to urgent situations are key duties.

The role requires establishing therapeutic relationships, respecting cultural diversity, and advocating for patient rights.

Qualifications include NYS RN licensure, 1-2 years ICU experience, associate degree (BSN preferred), BLS certification, and effective communication skills.

Candidates must maintain competencies, participate in ongoing professional development, and adhere to hospital policies and standards of practice.

The position offers an hourly rate of $62.63, with shift-specific factors potentially influencing compensation.

The RN will demonstrate professionalism, effective communication, sensitivity, and a commitment to exceeding expectations in daily clinical practice.