You’ll need
Licensure
✓Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Jersey.
Certifications
✓Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
Certification in Critical Care Nursing (CCRN) or equivalent specialty certification. preferred
Additional certifications such as Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC). preferred
Preferred skills such as specialized certifications and experience with advanced monitoring technologies enhance the nurse's ability to provide expert care and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Education
✓Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or equivalent from an accredited nursing program.
Qualifications
✓Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an Intensive Care Unit or critical care setting.
✓Strong knowledge of ICU protocols, patient monitoring systems, and critical care pharmacology.
✓The required skills enable the ICU Registered Nurse to perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver precise interventions that are vital in critical care settings.
✓Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills are essential for responding to rapidly changing patient conditions and emergencies.
✓Effective communication skills facilitate collaboration with healthcare teams and provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families.
✓Proficiency with electronic health records ensures accurate documentation and supports coordinated care delivery.
Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems such as MediTech. preferred
Demonstrated experience in patient and family education within critical care environments. preferred
Proven ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams and high-pressure situations. preferred
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About the role
Provide direct nursing care to critically ill patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing life-support equipment.
What you’ll do
Provide direct nursing careProvide direct nursing care to critically ill patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing life-support equipment
Collaborate with physicians, respiratoryCollaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and adjust patient care plans based on ongoing assessments
Respond promptly to emergencyRespond promptly to emergency situations, performing advanced interventions such as intubation assistance, cardiac life support, and hemodynamic monitoring
Document patient information accuratelyDocument patient information accurately and thoroughly in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care and compliance with regulatory standards
Educate patients and theirEducate patients and their families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and post-ICU care to support informed decision-making and recovery