RN - ICU

Cynet Health; Ponca City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an experienced RN for a 12-week ICU assignment in Ponca City, Oklahoma. The unit is a 10-bed ICU requiring strong critical care skills and the ability to adapt to high-acuity patients.

The ideal candidate holds a valid RN license, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS/PALS certifications, at least 1 year of ICU experience, and familiarity with Epic charting. The role includes float coverage and day shifts with 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing.
• Minimum 1 year ICU experience.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS certifications required.
• Experience with Epic charting system required.
• Must be willing to float to other areas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient monitoring in the ICU.
• Manage ventilated patients and arterial blood gases.
• Administer blood products and other critical care interventions.
• Perform central line/arterial line procedures as needed.
• Collaborate with respiratory, pharmacy, and interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

ICU nursing

Ventilator management

ACLS certified

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

RN - ICU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: ICU

Duration: 12 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum of 1-year experience in ICU

License: Valid nursing license required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, PALS

Must-Have: Previous charge experience preferred. Experience with the Epic charting system required.

Description:The position is for an ICU unit with a 10-bed capacity.The unit is currently staffed with 2 RNs per shift.Each shift will typically manage 5 patients.Occasional medical/surgical overflow patients may be included if applicable.The shift schedule is 06:45 to 19:15 with a 30-minute lunch break.Daily census is expected to range from 1 to 5 patients total on the unit.Patient age groups include adolescents, adults, pediatrics, and geriatrics.Patient diagnoses may encompass conditions such as COPD, sepsis, DKA, and post-surgical recovery.Special procedures may involve assistance with central line insertion, chest tube insertion, and intubation.Candidates should be comfortable managing ventilators and various acute care situations.Interdisciplinary support is available from various healthcare professionals, including respiratory services and pharmacy.Clinical skills required include but are not limited to:Accessing/managing ports, blood product administration, and interpreting arterial blood gases.Care for ventilated patients, managing patients with multi-system organ dysfunction, and starting/maintaining IVs.Suctioning, procedural sedation administration, and risk management strategies are also part of the role.Candidates must be willing to float to other areas as needed.A minimum of 1 year separation from previous employment within any healthcare entity is required for submission.This position offers a comprehensive opportunity for nursing professionals seeking to enhance their critical care experience.