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RN - ICU

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Avon

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  • You must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program with current RN licensure, BLS, ACLS (if in Critical Care/ED), and meet additional certifications based on specific units.
  • You will provide direct nursing care, monitor patient conditions, coordinate care plans, implement physician orders, assess discharge needs, and pursue ongoing professional development.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing.
  • BSN preferred.
  • Current state licensure as Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) must be presented upon hire.
  • If in a Critical Care area an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) Certification must be presented upon hire or within first year of employment.
  • Within one year of hire RNs in Children's Hospital and Children's Hospital for Rehabilitation will achieve and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through American Heart Association (AHA) with the exception of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit RNs who must achieve and maintain Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through American Heart Association (AHA) provider status and RNs in the Special Delivery Unit, who must achieve and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA).
  • (ONS) Chemo/Bio course complete within 2 years of employment if employed on units inpatient and/or outpatient where chemo is administered.
  • If in an Adult/Combined EDs, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire or within one year of beginning work in the Emergency Department.
  • If in an ED, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire or within one year of beginning work in the Emergency Department.
  • In Dedicated Trauma Centers, Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC - adult) or Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC - pediatric) upon hire or within 24 months of beginning work in the Emergency Department.
  • Vascular Access Registered Nurse (VARN) program attendance required and obtains either a Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) or Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) certification upon hire or within a year of hire in Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) areas.
  • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • External applicants must have two years recent related nursing experience.
  • Internal applicants with less than two years’ experience but post orientation /90 day probationary period could be considered with Chief Nursing Officer level review and approval.
  • Successfully pass all prescreen competency assessments required.
  • Will consider licensed military RN experience.
  • Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patient, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
  • Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
  • Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
  • Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours.
  • Exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.
  • Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

  • Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
  • Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
  • Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
  • Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
  • Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
  • Maintains professional growth and development through ongoing formal and informal education and clinical nursing study.
  • Other duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the work environment like in the ICU at Avon Hospital?

The work environment in the ICU at Avon Hospital is fast-paced and involves teamwork and collaboration among caregivers. It emphasizes open communication and a friendly atmosphere while providing high-quality patient care.

What qualifications are required to apply for the RN position in the ICU?

Applicants must be graduates from an accredited school of professional nursing and possess a current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.

Are there any specific certifications required for this position?

Yes, candidates must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire. If working in a Critical Care area, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required upon hire or within the first year. Additional certifications such as Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) may also be necessary depending on the unit.

Is prior ICU experience required for the RN role?

While two years of recent related nursing experience is required for external applicants, internal applicants may be considered with less experience following a review by the Chief Nursing Officer after completing their orientation and probationary period.

What are the physical requirements for this RN position?

The role requires a full range of motion, including the ability to lift and handle patients. It also demands standing and walking for extended periods, as well as corrected vision and hearing. Additionally, the position involves exposure to stressful conditions and irregular working hours.

Does Cleveland Clinic provide educational support for nurses?

Yes, Cleveland Clinic values the professional development of its nurses and offers resources for learning and growth, including student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement for eligible RNs.

What type of care will I be providing as an RN in the ICU?

As an RN in the ICU, you will provide direct nursing care, implement and monitor patient care plans, administer medications and treatments, assess and coordinate discharge plans, and communicate patients' conditions effectively with the healthcare team.

How does the hiring process for this position work?

Candidates must successfully pass all prescreen competency assessments. External applicants must have a minimum of two years of relevant experience. Internal applicants may have different requirements, subject to review and approval.

What is the salary range for this RN position?

Salaries for this RN position may vary and are not disclosed directly in the job description. Candidates are encouraged to discuss salary specifics during the application and hiring process.

What type of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required?

Nurses in this position must follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required to ensure safety against communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

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