Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit

Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex.

• Assume responsibility for an assigned group of patients.
• Document patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments; note all changes in physician orders on assigned patients.
• Assist physicians in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.
• Obtain and monitor physiological data of patients, observe physiological manifestations, and intervene when necessary.
• Administer medication as prescribed. Initiate, regulate, and monitor intravenous infusions and blood products.
• Deliver patient care competently.
• Interact with family and patient in sharing care plans while in the hospital and at the time of discharge.
• Inform patient and family of hospital procedures.
• Make referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
• Delegate tasks to support staff.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years..
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.

• Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.

• Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program.

• Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC).
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association.