Registered Nurse RN ICU Medical Weekend Days

The Registered Nurse RN ICU Medical administers all types of medications correctly per age group for all populations served according to policy

Demonstrates proficient technical skills and operational knowledge of all equipment used on the unit, including equipment used to stabilize and monitor patients (i.e., IV insertion, central lines, pulse ox, NG tubes, Foley, chest tubes, hemodynamics monitoring, etc.)

Proficient in the use of electronic medical records and automated dispensing medication systems for efficient medication administration and patient data retrieval

Performs daily rotational task assignments as directed

Supervises Nursing Assistants in the process of basic nursing functions, ensuring adherence to the patient’s cultural needs and demonstrating standard procedures for safe patient ambulation, transfers, and repositioning

Serves as a preceptor as necessary, guiding and instructing less experienced staff in the nuances of patient care

Engages in effective communication and collaboration with the healthcare team, including gathering and reassessing patient data, initiating and implementing physician orders, and contributing to care plan development

Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of emergency codes, infection control protocols, life safety, fire plans, and age-specific safety concerns, and supervises nursing assistant staff during these events

Ensures the provision of necessary and appropriate education to patients and their families from admission through discharge, covering medical and nursing plans of care, medications, tests and procedures, disease processes, and discharge instructions. Documents education provided, including patient responses and outcomes

Initiates referrals to healthcare providers as necessary

Fluent in English with excellent reading, verbal, and written communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and the healthcare team