Description

Under the direction of the ICU Supervisor (Department Director) delivers quality nursing care to patients, adult and geriatric, on an assigned unit. Assures that patient/family needs are met. Provides for open communication within the unit, with patients, families, physicians, other units and departments. Demonstrates knowledge of patient/staff safety measures. Builds and maintains positive professional relationships.

• Carries out patient care according to hospital policies and procedures functioning within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act.
• Implementing and documenting patient care .Documents patient care appropriately and completely.
• Established treatment priorities based on the medical and nursing diagnosis.
• Recognizes patient problems/.complications and intervenes appropriately.
• Administers medications safely and documents completely.
• Participates in the development and adherence to written ICU nursing standards of care.
• Maintains skills required to work with ICU patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform/assist specialized procedures.
• Assesses patient/family physical and psychosocial needs. Supports both in a positive manner.
• Identifies need for patient/family teaching.
• Documents involvement in discharge planning and patient teaching.

Requirements

PRN or "as needed" employees provide a crucial role within the organization, giving departments more flexibility to operate and ensuring that Delta Health provides superior services to our patients.

• PRN minimum requirement: 2 shifts per month, 1 holiday per year
• Must be currently licensed to practice as an R.N. in the State of Colorado.
• Two years relevant experience in critical care nursing preferred.
• Telemetry experience is required.
• BLS required upon hire.
• ACLS required within 3 months.
• PALS or ENPC required within 6 months.
• TNCC preferred