RN ICU

**Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Day Shift** **Job Description:** We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team for a 13-week assignment on the day shift. The ideal candidate will maintain high standards of nursing care, assure the nursing care plan is adhered to, and provide supervision to Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and new team members. **Key Responsibilities:** - Conduct nursing assessments on all patients within 8 hours of admission, forming the basis of an individualized plan of care. - Identify patient teaching needs and goals in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members. - Provide timely patient information and status updates for Initial Team Conferences and Re-evaluation Team Conferences on a weekly basis. - Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in accordance with policies. - Actively participate in patient rehabilitation programs, focusing on direct patient care and education of patients and their families. - Initiate discharge planning from the day of admission and begin patient teaching in anticipation of discharge. - Communicate significant changes in patient status to support continuity of care and patient safety. - Provide guidance, training, and supervision to ancillary nursing personnel, enhancing unit operations through effective communication and collaboration. - Ensure environmental and personal safety according to established hospital and nursing policies. - Contribute positively to the unit's team dynamics, providing reassurance and calm direction to staff, patients, and families. - Maintain open communication with management regarding service needs, supply monitoring, and equipment maintenance. - Assume charge responsibilities post-orientation as needed. - Pursue professional development opportunities to enhance skills and competencies. - Conduct other nursing duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** - Current RN license. - Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required prior to first shift. - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required for specific locations prior to first shift. - Minimum of two years of bedside clinical experience, with ICU experience preferred. **Behavioral Characteristics:** - Team-oriented and results-driven. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to prioritize tasks effectively. --- **At ARMStaffing we take care of our nurses! We offer:** - **Health Benefits:** Day-1 access to extensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, and more. - **Onboarding Made Easy:** We coordinate your onboarding essentials—like physicals and titers—so you can focus on patient care while we handle the details. - **Clinical Support:** Our in-house clinical team is here to answer questions, troubleshoot challenges, and advocate for you—every step of the way. - **401k Retirement Savings Plan:** After a qualifying waiting period, employees are eligible for 401k. Employees that contribute at least 5% will receive a 4% company match. - **Recruiter Matching:** When you apply with ARMStaffing, you will be matched with a specialized recruiter based on your preferred location and specialty. Honestly, there's so much more... like Travel Reimbursement, Housing Allowance, Meals & Incidentals, Referral Bonuses, Completion Bonuses; it goes on. We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice, here's why: - SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms — 2019 - SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. — 2023 - Celebrated as a Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley — 2022, 2023 - Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics - Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing Services Certification Contract & local rates may vary based on the location and residency of applicants. For more details, please ask an ARMStaffing recruiter about your options!