RN-ICU at Wythe County Community Hospital summary:
Provides direct, critical care nursing to acutely and critically ill patients in the ICU, adhering to nursing standards and protocols. Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse, critical thinking skills, and the ability to perform under stressful, fast-paced conditions. Must have experience in ICU or CCU settings, maintain certifications like BLS, ACLS, and PALS, and be available for on-call shifts as needed.
Description: *$20,000 Sign on Bonus and Relocation Assistance available for qualifying candidate* *Night Shift* Provides direct patient care to acutely and critically ill patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reports to:
Director of ICU Qualifications: Minimum Education Bachelor's degree preferred
Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and PALS within 90 days of hire Handle with Care within one year from date of hire Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of VA or Compact licensure as a Registered Nurse which includes the Commonwealth of VA, and in good standing with the Board.
Minimum Work Experience One year of previous ICU or CCU experience strongly preferred.
Ability to accept regular on-call assignments for regularly scheduled shifts when acuity and/or census indicates need. Will be available to report to facility within 30 minutes of notification. This status will be determined by Department Director, House Supervisor, or Administrator on call.
Ability to float to various clinical areas, where qualified and competent.
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