Job Description
Critically ill patients in intensive care units receive advanced monitoring and interventions, including managing ventilators and administering intravenous medications to stabilize conditions in emergencies. This night shift position involves operating life-support systems like central lines and tracheostomies, directly saving lives during high-acuity events.
Community Health Systems operates hospitals providing acute care to communities across multiple states, specializing in services like emergency treatment and surgical interventions. The company serves diverse populations through facilities with medical equipment and teams focused on compassionate, evidence-based care delivery, including a Medical Center Enterprise location offering shift differentials for nights.
Daily activities encompass administering medications, performing complex procedures such as inserting central lines and managing tracheostomies, and collaborating with physicians on code teams for advanced cardiac life support. Nurses work in intensive care settings, following ventilation protocols and documentation standards in medical records. A key constraint is navigating high-stress situations with limited patient ratios, requiring intense focus on rapid response to life-threatening changes.
The role offers full-time hours from 7pm to 7am in ICU at Medical Center Enterprise, with health insurance and sign-on bonuses available for select positions. Benefits include shift differentials, loan repayment and tuition reimbursement, 401k match, comprehensive health plans, and company-covered renewal of certifications like BLS, ACLS, and PALS. Professional development occurs through clinical competency maintenance and participation in performance improvement.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process
- Administer medications and other treatments as prescribed, including intravenous medications and therapies
- Manage complex medical equipment, including ventilators, monitoring devices, and other life-support systems
- Perform procedures such as inserting central lines, managing tracheostomies, and providing advanced cardiac life support
- Conduct thorough patient assessments and document findings accurately, reporting changes in condition
- Utilize knowledge of human growth and development to provide age-appropriate care and education
- Assist physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency and skill level
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans
- Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, such as CPR and code team activities
- Advocate for the rights and needs of patients in care planning and delivery
- Provide patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care
- Implement and adhere to infection control protocols to prevent healthcare-associated infections
- Monitor and operate medical equipment (e.g., IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) for patient care and safety
- Promote patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining clean environments
- Participate in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards
- Demonstrate responsible decision-making in planning, delegating, and providing care
- Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record
- Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and nursing standards
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development
Requirements
- 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting
- Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices
- Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively
- Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care
- Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
- NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred