Registered Nurse - Surgical ICU

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA) seeks a dedicated Surgical ICU Nurse to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced ICU in Chattanooga. The role focuses on monitoring critically ill postoperative patients, implementing care plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, coordinated treatment while upholding professional standards.

A commitment to ongoing learning and adherence to clinical protocols is essential to support recovery and

Qualifications

• Registered nurse licensure and ability to deliver critical care nursing.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient monitoring skills.
• Competence in postoperative/ICU care processes and adherence to clinical protocols.
• Effective teamwork and communication with physicians and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic, high-acuity setting.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Monitor critically ill postoperative patients and respond to changes.
• Support recovery and implement care plans with precision.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for safe, coordinated care.
• Maintain professional standards and contribute to quality improvement.
• Follow clinical protocols and stay updated on current practices.

Skills

RN licensure

Assessment & monitoring

ICU/postoperative care

Teamwork & communication

Under pressure performance

Patient-centered care

Job description

Surgical ICU Nurse

to provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in a fast-paced Surgical Intensive Care Unit.

Key duties include monitoring critically ill postoperative patients, supporting recovery, and ensuring care plans and medical procedures are followed with precision. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, coordinated treatment in a demanding environment, while maintaining professional standards and contributing to continuous improvement through development and modern clinical practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered nurse licensure and ability to deliver critical care nursing.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and patient monitoring skills.
• Competence in postoperative/ICU care processes and adherence to clinical protocols.
• Effective teamwork and communication with physicians and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic, high-acuity setting.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional growth.