Provide direct patient care in an 8-bed critical care unit with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:2–3, with no nurse aide support — nurses deliver primary care independently
Care for ICU-level patients including those with respiratory failure, post-surgical needs, post-CVA, post-trauma, cardiac conditions, and wound care requiring IV antibiotics
Manage and titrate ICU-level drips including Precedex, Propofol, Fentanyl, Versed, Lasix, Insulin, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, Levophed, Dopamine, and Cardizem
Provide care for sedated and ventilated patients, including tracheostomy management, PEG tube care and feedings, and CVC/PICC/Midline usage and maintenance
Monitor patients via hard-wired Phillips telemetry systems; work alongside on-unit telemetry technicians for centralized monitoring
Participate in weekend rotation (every other weekend), holiday rotation, and occasional float coverage to the medical-surgical unit as needed
Required Qualifications
Active Illinois RN license (or confirmation that the application process has been initiated)
Current BLS and ACLS certifications
Demonstrated experience titrating vasopressors, sedation drips, and pain control drips
Proficiency with tracheostomy care, mechanical ventilation, and respiratory equipment (ventilators, CPAP, BiPAP, High Flow)
Experience with CVC, PICC, and Midline line care and PEG tube management
Must be able to pass a drug screen; facility maintains a drug-free campus policy
Preferred Experience / Skills
Prior travel or contract nursing experience in an ICU or critical care setting
Familiarity with Phillips telemetry monitoring systems
Experience working in environments with tele-health physician coverage during off-hours
Why Join Us
Work in a well-supported critical care environment with Respiratory Therapy available in-house 24/7 and a House Supervisor accessible around the clock
Structured onboarding includes classroom orientation plus two precepted shifts on the unit to set you up for success