RN - ICU

We are searching for a dedicated intensive care unit (ICU) nurse to deliver vital care to seriously ill or injured patients in our ICU department. As a specialized nurse, you will be highly trained to treat patients who have suffered strokes, heart attacks, or undergone invasive surgery.

You will perform a range of tasks including performing diagnostic tests, conducting follow-up visits, monitoring patient recovery, and responding to medical emergencies. In addition to having a highly analytical mindset, our ideal candidate will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Location: Fairfield County, CT

Specialty: ICU & IMCU

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 (DOE)

Schedule: 3 - 12 hour shifts (day & night shifts available)

Excellent Benefits Package!!
Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and monitor the patient’s progress.
• Identify sudden or subtle changes in a patient’s medical condition.
• Deliver regular updates to doctors, patients, and their family members.
• Begin treatment and monitor doses.
• If necessary, respond to a medical emergency and alert the appropriate doctors.
• Care for patient needs throughout their recovery in the ICU unit.
• Complete all necessary paperwork before transferring a patient.
• Maintain patient records.
• Create and implement effective care plans.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a relevant field.
• At least 5 years experience as an ICU nurse or critical care unit.
• Good understanding of health information structures and technology.
• Available to work 12-hour day and night shifts.
• Demonstrate brilliant empathy and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a stressful and emotional environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Critical & Intensive Care

Physical setting:

• Hospital

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Norwalk, CT: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
• ICU: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: One location