RN ICU Nights – College Station
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Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well, no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.
Job Summary
As a Registered Nurse in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), you will provide specialized nursing care to critically ill patients requiring close monitoring, advanced clinical assessment, and complex interventions. You will use critical thinking and clinical judgment to recognize changes in patient conditions, prioritize care, and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
The College Station ICU is a 16-bed unit caring for patients with medical, surgical, and cardiac conditions, as well as some trauma cases. Patient acuity and staffing ratios vary based on patient needs, with typical ratios ranging from 1:1 to 1:3.
This is a night-shift position working 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with self-scheduling.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Perform comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, recognizing subtle changes in condition and initiating timely interventions.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient acuity, clinical priorities, and desired outcomes.
- Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, laboratory results, and other clinical indicators to identify potential complications and changes in patient status.
- Safely administer medications, including high-alert medications, and provide nursing interventions appropriate for critically ill patients.
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and support positive patient outcomes.
- Respond promptly to emergencies and changes in patient condition, usingorted.
Qualifications
- Grad of an Accredited Program
- Specialized field of study should be nursing.
- RN license.
- Must have BLS certification or get it within 30 days of starting in this role.