RN - ICU

HiredFirst; Tulare (CA); On-site; USD 93,684 - 105,150; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in California is seeking an RN for direct ICU patient care. This role involves monitoring critically ill patients, administering medications, and supporting patient education. An active RN license in California, BLS, and ACLS certifications are required. Candidates should be prepared for night shifts and rotating weekends in a fast-paced environment. Preferred qualifications include acute care or ICU experience and Cerner familiarity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Acute care or ICU experience preferred.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California required.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct ICU patient care using the nursing process.
• Monitor, assess, and manage critically ill patients.
• Administer medications and coordinate care.
• Delegate tasks and document care.
• Support patient/family education and discharge planning.

Job description

Location: California 93274
Pay: $2,059 – $2,311/week
Schedule: Night Shift, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (12-hour shifts)
Hours: 36–48 hours per week
Coverage: Rotating weekends and holidays required
Additional: Auto-offer; potential float to ER or other departments

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Provide direct ICU patient care using the nursing process

Monitor, assess, and manage critically ill patients, including ventilated patients and those on IV drips

Administer medications and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team

Delegate tasks, document care, and communicate effectively using established protocols

Support patient/family education, discharge planning, and float to other units as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Acute care or ICU experience preferred

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of California (Required)

BLS certification (Required)

ACLS certification (Required)

Additional Requirements

Cerner experience preferred (not required)

Ability to work rotating weekends/holidays and in a fast-paced critical care setting

Must comply with facility vaccination and health requirements