RN - ICU

Cynet Health; Village of Johnson City (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in New York is seeking an RN - ICU for a 13-week night shift assignment. The role focuses on caring for critically ill ICU patients with emphasis on cardiovascular and complex diagnoses.

Requirements include an active RN license, 6 months to 3 years of RN experience in ICU, and BLS/ACLS certifications. Responsibilities include assessment, education, medication administration, and collaboration with the ICU team to maintain high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Six months to three years RN experience required.
• Current RN license required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, and coordinate nursing care for ICU patients.
• Educate patients and families on health promotion and disease management.
• Administer medications and monitor patient responses.
• Collaborate with ICU team to ensure patient safety and outcomes.

Skills

RN Experience

ICU Nursing

Critical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Registered Nurse License

Job description

RN - ICU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Intensive Care

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 36

Experience: Six months to three years of Nursing (RN) experience

License: Current Registered Nurse License

Certifications: BLS, ACLS

Must-Have:

Experience with intensive cardiac patients, including CHF, COPD, end-stage heart failure, cardiogenic shock, septic shock, GI bleeds, CRRT, IABP, Impella, and normothermia.Experience with stroke patients, including thrombectomy/TNK.ICU overflow experience is beneficial.

Description:The Registered Nurse (RN) protects, promotes, and optimizes health and abilities.The RN focuses on the prevention of illness and injury and the alleviation of suffering.This involves the diagnosis and treatment of human responses and advocacy in patient care.The RN is responsible for compliance with all standards of practice and professional development.The RN promotes a caring and healing environment for patient-centered care.

Job Responsibilities:Assesses, plans, delegates, coordinates, implements, and evaluates nursing care for a group of patients.Serves as a primary nurse and/or accountable nurse, as designated by unit assignment.Educates patients and families in health promotion and disease management using available resources.Utilizes working knowledge of pharmacology and administers medications safely.Shares responsibility for productivity and effective resource utilization, including staffing and supplies.Complies with all nursing practice standards and regulatory requirements.Actively participates in and supports nursing governance initiatives.Engages in professional development and completes mandatory education requirements.Integrates nursing research and current evidence into practice.Provides a supportive learning environment for new employees and students.Performs duties related to Charge Nurse or Shift Coordinator role when assigned.Participates in the Clinical Ladder Program as knowledge and expertise develop.Will perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:CollaborationVerbal and written communicationJudgment and critical thinkingOrganizational understanding and planningProblem-solvingQuality and reliabilitySafety and risk management

Preferred Skills:Previous clinical nursing experience in an acute care or ambulatory setting.Relevant skills certification (i.e., ACLS, PALS, TNCC) may be preferred.