RN ICU

CHI; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 49,593 - 71,910; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $6,000

Job summary

A regional health care provider in Kearney, Nebraska is seeking a Critical Care Nurse to monitor and care for critically ill patients in the ICU. The role requires an active RN license and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, guiding healthcare personnel, and initiating emergency support measures. A sign-on bonus of up to $6,000 is available for qualified candidates. This is an appealing opportunity for those passionate about high-acuity patient care in a supportive and advanced healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Current RN license required to practice in Nebraska.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association is mandatory.
• ACLS and PALS certifications required within 5 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement nursing care for critically ill patients.
• Guide healthcare personnel in patient care.
• Initiate emergency support measures as necessary.

Skills

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Overview

As a Critical Care Nurse at Good Samaritan Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, you’ll monitor patients who are critically ill and unstable following extensive injury, surgery, or life-threatening disease.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort
• Anticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families
• Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e., Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients
• Maintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and use (i.e., IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices). Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms as necessary
• Initiates emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury)
• Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene)

Incentives

Incentives: up to $6,000 sign on bonus

Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Required with 5 months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 5 months of hire

Where You'll Work

The ICU at CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 24 bed unit. We take care of any critical care patient and specialize in high acuity care. We strive to leverage technology and highly skilled nurses to allow our community and surrounding areas to receive health care close to home. Established by the Sisters of the St. Francis in 1924, CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 268-bed regional referral center in Kearney, Nebraska. At CHI Health Good Samaritan you’ll find an advanced level trauma center that also offers AirCare emergency helicopter transport and an ambulance program providing long distance and local 911 service. Among our many other services are cardiac care including open-heart surgery, a level II neonatal intensive care unit, a nationally accredited cancer center, comprehensive neurosurgery, advanced orthopedic program, and inpatient and outpatient mental health services at our free-standing Richard Young Behavioral Health facility.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $36.00 - $52.20 /hour