Registered Nurse / High Intensity Care Unit (HICU)

Position Overview

The role of a Registered Nurse in the High Intensity Care Unit (HICU) involves providing comprehensive care to medically complex patients requiring respiratory support, cardiac monitoring, and rehabilitation. This position is crucial in a multidisciplinary team approach, ensuring patients receive the highest level of care during their recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Caring for patients with chronic diseases and complex medical conditions.
• Providing respiratory support and monitoring in a high-intensity care setting.
• Assessing cardiac conditions and implementing appropriate interventions.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic patient care.
• Managing treatment and rehabilitation plans for patients requiring extended care.

Qualifications

• 2 years of Registered Nurse experience is required.
• Experience in caring for medically complex patients requiring respiratory support and cardiac monitoring is expected.
• ACLS and BLS certifications are required.
• Must possess strong cardiac monitoring and assessment skills.
• Must be comfortable providing care in a high-stress environment.

Work Schedule and Expectations

• Shift: Night shifts (3×12-hour schedule from 19:00 to 07:30).
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend is required.
• Travelers may choose between a 36-hour or 48-hour per week contract.
• All clinicians within this healthcare setting may be required to float between similar units to meet facility needs.
• 14 days or less of requested time off (RTO) will be auto-approved; however, specific holiday periods and hard-to-fill days will not allow for RTO.

Unit Information

The HICU focuses on patients with complex medical conditions, including acute brain injuries and those needing specialized monitoring and rehabilitation. The facility accommodates adult patients aged 18 and older and comprises 20 semi-private rooms with the capacity to support up to 40 patients. The unit offers 24/7 respiratory care, diagnostic services, medical treatment, and rehabilitation support.