Staff RN - RFT - ICU

## Description Assumes the responsibility for providing professional care to a designated patient population. Accountable for supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse and non-professional staff assigned to the unit. - Directs patient-care according to medical center policies, procedures and accepted standards of practice and care. - Conducts patient assessments, including history and physical. - Develops a plan of care for each patient using nursing process. - Administers and records prescribed medications, treatments, and procedures. - Leads the team in planning, implementation, evaluation of patient care. - Assists the medical staff with examinations, treatments, special tests, and procedures. - Participates in unit activities such as answering phones, call lights, distributing meals, environmental tasks, or other assigned duties. - Directs team conferences, shift reports and care planning. ## Requirements **EDUCATION** - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. **REQUIREMENT** - At least 18 years old. - Able to read and write the English language. - Demonstrate proficiency of skills per checklist. - Able to pass a written pharmacology exam. - Able to perform considerable standing, walking and lifting. **CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE** - Current MS RN license. - Current CPR certification. - ACLS & PALS certifications within the first year of employment. **PERSONALITY** - Maintains good physical and emotional health. - Gives evidence of knowledge and ability to use proper channels of communication. - Is able to remain calm and function under stress. - Demonstrates ability and cooperation in rotation of shift and/or duty areas. - Promotes harmonious inter- and intra-departmental relationships.