Job Title
Emergency and Critical Care Registered Nurse
Job Summary
This role is for a dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in emergency and critical care, based in an acute care setting in Kealakekua, Hawaii. The primary focus will be providing comprehensive care to patients within the Emergency Room (ER) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU). This position requires a versatile clinician capable of managing high-acuity patients and adapting to dynamic environments.
The successful candidate will deliver direct patient care, monitor vital signs, administer medications, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. While primarily assigned to ER and ICU, the role also involves supporting other nursing units as needed, assisting with patient flow, transport, and observation, ensuring optimal patient care across the facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct, high-quality nursing care to patients in Emergency Room (ER) and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) settings.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop, and implement individualized care plans.
- Perform continuous telemetry monitoring and interpret cardiac rhythms.
- Actively participate as a member of the Rapid Response and Code Blue teams.
- Assist with patient transport between units and departments.
- Provide patient observation and support as required.
- Support patient flow and logistics on other nursing units in a non-primary nurse capacity.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and accurate documentation.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Minimum of one year of recent experience in an Emergency Room (ER) setting.
- Minimum of one year of recent experience in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in critical care nursing practices and emergency protocols.
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and intervention skills for high-acuity patients.
- Ability to interpret telemetry and manage cardiac emergencies.
- Competence in medication administration and IV therapy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Adaptability and willingness to float to other units in a supportive role.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: AM (Morning)
- Shift Duration: 8 hours
- Days per Week: 5 days
- Hours per Pay Period: 72-80 hours
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 2026-07-27
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
Licensing Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Hawaii.
- Certifications: Not specified.