Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU Step-Down CWR - RNICU-24-13732

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU Step-Down (CWR)
Location: Neptune, NJ
Shift time: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (3 Days x 12Hours )
Department: ICU Step-Down Unit

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide care to patients transitioning from ICU-level care to a lower level of care, monitoring critical but stable patients.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed, ensuring accuracy and adherence to care plans.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and respiratory status, responding swiftly to any changes.
• Assess and document patient conditions, communicating changes to the healthcare team to adjust care plans as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, respiratory therapists, and other nursing staff, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Provide emotional support and patient education to help individuals and their families understand their recovery process.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures, promoting a safe and effective care environment.

Experience & Skills:

• 2+ years of ICU or Step-Down experience required.
• Strong knowledge of critical care protocols and ability to manage high-acuity patients.
• Ability to care for post-ICU patients with complex medical conditions.
• Must be adaptable and willing to float to other units as needed (MedSurg, Telemetry, etc.).

Certifications:

• BLS (AHA) and ACLS (AHA) certifications required.
• CCRN certification preferred.

Additional Notes:

• Must be highly reliable and available for all scheduled shifts except those pre-disclosed prior to offer.
• Responsible for caring for COVID-19 patients when required.
• No alternative jobs should interfere with the priority of this schedule.

Schedule Notes:

• Every other weekend required.
• Floating to other units (MedSurg, Telemetry, etc.) may be required.