Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU (Acute Care)
Location: Coldwater, MI
Compensation: $55,000 – $80,000/year
Job Type: Full-time
Sponsorship: N/A
Relocation: N/A
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the ICU provides high-level care for critically ill patients, leading a team of nurses and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure patient-centered care. The RN’s duties include patient assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care in alignment with best practices, policies, and a commitment to patient and family satisfaction. This position requires adherence to evidence-based practices, safety protocols, and quality outcomes, with a strong focus on compassion and patient advocacy.
Must-Haves:
● Licensure & Certification:
○ Must have current RN licensure in Michigan.
○ Must complete twenty-five contact hours of continuing education during the licensure period, including at least 2 hours in pain and pain symptom management and 1 hour in implicit bias training.
○ Current CPR certification and any specialty certifications as required.
○ BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) required.
Candidates must have at least 1 year of stability at each hospital. Travel nurses and contract nurses will not be considered.
● Patient & Family-Centered Care:
○ Recognize patients and families as integral partners in the care process.
○ Provide care with respect to patient preferences, values, and cultural diversity.
○ Engage patients and families in promoting health and safety, while educating them on care needs and discharge planning.
● Evidence-Based Practice:
○ Integrate best practices and clinical expertise to develop individualized care plans that align with patient values.
● Nursing Practice:
○ Formulate assessments, diagnoses, and care plans based on thorough patient evaluation.
○ Administer care and medications in accordance with licensing standards.
● Safety & Quality Improvement:
○ Use error prevention and safety measures to improve patient outcomes.
○ Participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives.
● Informatics & Technology:
○ Accurately document care and patient progress in the electronic health record.
○ Use technology to support patient safety, mitigate errors, and enhance decision-making.
● Communication & Collaboration:
○ Foster effective communication and collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
○ Coordinate care, ensuring timely and appropriate hand-offs and interactions.
● Leadership & Professionalism:
○ Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to high-quality care.
○ Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to positive team dynamics.
Working Conditions:
● Physical Demands:
○ Must be able to tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals, temperature changes, and bloodborne pathogens.
○ Ability to move, lift, or carry patients and equipment as necessary.
○ Requires standing, walking, bending, and frequent physical activity.
● Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
Must demonstrate knowledge of and use appropriate PPE.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
[Healthcare Organization] is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
If you meet the requirements and are committed to delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.