ICU Nurse
Company: CHI St. Vincent Health
Location: Sherwood
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview
As our ICU Nurse at CHI St. Vincent North, - you'll monitor
patients who are critically ill and unstable following extensive
injury, surgery, or life-threatening disease. - -You'll begin each
shift by taking a report from a nursing teammate before making your
rounds. You'll provide continued care and perform procedures as
detailed in the care plan. This could mean assisting a physician
with a chest tube or central line, providing wound care, ensuring
patients have an MRI or CT, or administering medications. - -To
thrive in this role, you'll heavily depend on your ability to
multitask and react. You'll clinically care for your patients-
remaining focused and attentive as you continuously monitor your
patients throughout your shift. You also serve as their advocate-
supporting their best interests when they cannot. However, it's
your sound judgment during an emergency and rapid response are
impressive which puts you on the radar for advancement. - - -About
Us:CHI St. Vincent North is a 69 bed non-profit facility providing
quality health care to patients and communities in and around
Sherwood, Arkansas. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which
operates 137 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21
states making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S.
residents. -If you are committed to social justice, health equity,
and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong
with us. -We offer the following benefits to support you and your
family: -Free Premium Membership to our Care@Work program to help
employees with child care, pet care, senior caregivers,
housekeepers & more.Health/Dental/Vision InsuranceFlexible spending
accountsVoluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and
Identify Theft -Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program
(EAP) for you and your familyPaid Time Off (PTO) -Tuition
Assistance for career growth and developmentMatching 401(k) and
457(b) Retirement ProgramsWellness Programs
Responsibilities
Assesses, plans, and implements nursing care while ensuring patient
comfortAnticipates, identifies, and responds to informational and
emotional needs of patients and familiesGuides and directs
healthcare personnel (i.e. Patient Care Technicians) in caring for
patientsMaintains knowledge of equipment setup, maintenance, and
use (i.e. IV pumps, monitoring equipment, and drainage devices)
Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms
with necessaryInitiates emergency support measures (i.e.
cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from
injury)Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e., emptying
drainage devices, ambulating, and hygiene)
Qualifications
Diploma in Nursing from an accredited program college, or
university1 year of experience in acute careActive Registered Nurse
license in good standing with the Arkansas Board of Nursing or
compact stateBasic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support
(ACLS) (Within 12 months of hire)
Keywords: CHI St. Vincent Health, Little Rock , ICU Nurse, Other , Sherwood, Arkansas
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