Registered Nurse ICU
Job Title
- Registered Nurse - ICU
Location
- St. Louis, MO
Schedule / Job Type
- Full-time, 13 or 26 weeks assignments, 36 or 48 hours per week, night shifts, no remote options, no block scheduling
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialized nursing care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) for critically ill patients with complex needs.
- Manage and interpret dysrhythmias, monitor and titrate IV medications, and utilize advanced hemodynamic monitoring equipment such as CVP, pulmonary artery lines, and arterial lines.
- Care for patients with multisystem organ dysfunction/failure, respiratory failure, and post-transplant or post-operative patients.
- Administer blood products, perform phlebotomy, wound care, and manage ventilated patients including ventilator settings and ABG interpretation.
- Adhere to infection prevention protocols, use PPE effectively, and ensure patient safety in a high-acuity environment.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in the state of Missouri or multi-state privilege.
- BLS, ACLS, and NIH certifications.
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience, including Medical and Surgical ICU settings.
- proficiency in dysrhythmia management, invasive monitoring, and ventilator management.
- Ability to interpret ABGs and manage complex patient conditions.
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience with CRRT/dialysis, VADs, and neuro-critical care.
- Prior experience in a Magnet or Level I Trauma Center.
- Knowledge of advanced cardiac and respiratory equipment.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a Magnet and Teaching Hospital with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional patient care and advancing your nursing skills.
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