Job Description: Adult ICU RN

Shift: Nights
Schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Job Summary

The Critical Care Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized nursing care to critically ill or injured patients experiencing conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, shock, severe trauma, and respiratory distress. The RN monitors patient conditions, administers treatments, operates critical care equipment, and collaborates with the healthcare team to ensure safe, effective patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ conditions and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.

• Monitor and document vital signs, patient status, and responses to treatment.

• Administer intravenous fluids, medications, and other prescribed treatments.

• Provide wound care and advanced life support as required.

• Assist physicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

• Operate and monitor ventilators, IABP, and other critical care equipment, making adjustments within the scope of practice.

• Perform suctioning and other respiratory care interventions as needed.

• Respond promptly to emergencies and life-threatening situations in accordance with nursing protocols.

• Collaborate with physicians and other members of the critical care team.

• Advocate for patients and provide education and support to their families.

• Provide preoperative and postoperative care to critically ill patients when required.

Facility Requirements

• Current ACLS and BLS certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) are required. Both certifications must be attached to the submission.

• Must hold a valid Texas RN license or multistate RN license.

• The RN license must be attached to the resume at the time of submission.