RN - ICU

Cynet Health; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 96,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

The ICU Registered Nurse at Cynet Health provides critical care to seriously ill patients during a 13‑week night shift assignment in Maryland. You will monitor ventilated patients, administer medications, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Required: active RN license, ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, minimum 2 years ICU experience, telemetry experience, and the ability to perform EKG rhythm interpretation with high accuracy. Travel experience and flu vaccination are expected.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years ICU experience.
• Telemetry and ventilator experience required.
• Must have completed at least one travel assignment.
• Flu vaccine required.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care to patients in the ICU, including monitoring and intervention.
• Assess and manage patients with complex medical conditions.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse effects.
• Document care in the electronic health record accurately.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for comprehensive care.
• Manage equipment and respond to ventilated patient needs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Telemetry experience

Ventilator experience

EKG rhythm interpretation

Charge nurse experience

Education

Active RN license

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

Job description

RN - ICU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Intensive Care Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:30)

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience required

License: Must have an active nursing license

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required

Must-Have:

Candidate must successfully pass the EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum overall score of 80% and a score of 100% on lethal rhythms.Telemetry and ventilator experience required.Charge experience preferred.Must have completed at least one travel assignment.Weekend and holiday availability required.Float required to medical units with a 1:4 ratio outside of the ICU.Patient assignments may have a higher ratio when medical patients are included.This facility requires that all employees receive the flu vaccine.

Description:The ICU Registered Nurse is responsible for providing critical care to patients.The role requires management and assessment of patients with complex medical conditions.Duties include administration of medications, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining patient safety.The nurse will also collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for comprehensive patient care.Documentation in the electronic health record is required for patient encounters.Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in managing medical equipment relevant to critical care.Experience in caring for ventilated patients is essential.The ideal candidate will perform procedures such as initiating IV therapy, managing central lines, and administering blood products.Knowledge of dysrhythmias and the ability to interpret cardiac rhythms is necessary.The position involves managing patients with conditions such as respiratory failure, renal failure, and post-operative recovery.Critical thinking and strong communication skills are essential for success in this role.