RN- Intensive Care Unit

Conway Regional Health System; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Conway, Arkansas is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Critical Care Unit. The RN will care for adult and geriatric patients, participate in specialized procedures, and manage critical equipment. They should have an active Arkansas license and preferably hold a BSN. Join a dedicated team committed to providing top-quality healthcare and patient education in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in Arkansas.
• BSN degree preferred for applicants with less than a year of experience.
• Certification in specialty areas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for adult and geriatric patients in critical care.
• Participate in bedside procedures and manage specialty equipment.
• Assess, administer medications, and educate patients and families.

Skills

Registered Nurse licensure

Patient monitoring

Basic keyboarding skills

Education

BSN preferred

Proof of high school diploma or higher education

Job description

Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) will assume responsibility and accountability for the adult and geriatric patients undergoing continuous monitoring for cardiac, post-surgical, respiratory, and/or psychiatric diagnoses. The CCU RN will often be active participants in bedside procedures with physicians. He/She will be responsible for certain specialty equipment and procedures such as managing arterial lines, ventilators, hypothermia protocol, and performing peritoneal dialysis. As a CCU RN, he/she will be part of the Rapid Response Team and will assist hospital staff in assessing, treating and transferring (if needed) deteriorating patients to the appropriate unit. He/She will provide appropriate care and comfort needs for the well‑being of the patients by assessing, administering medications as ordered and educating patients and family members about active treatment plans and goals. The CCU RN will utilize the nursing process in the provision of care and will practice within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas and the policies, procedures, and standards of the Health System. The CCU RN will demonstrate a commitment to teamwork through effective collaboration efforts

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION

This position is designated as “Safety Sensitive Position” under Act 593 of the State of Arkansas. An employee who is under the influence of marijuana constitutes a threat to patients/customers; Conway Regional is responsible for providing and supporting the delivery of health‑care related services.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current, active license to practice in Arkansas
• BSN preferred
• If less than one year experience as a Registered Nurse, must obtain a BSN degree within 4 years of hire
• Certification preferred
• Proof of high school or equivalent or higher education
• Basic keyboarding skills, preferred