RN Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
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Job Location:
Des Moines, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title: Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Location: Des Moines IA United States 50314
Work Type: Onsite
Department: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Shift: Night Shift 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Schedule: 3 shifts per week (12-hour shifts)
Hours: 36 hours/week
Contract Duration: Jan 12 2026 - May 11 2026 (90 days)
Pay Rate: $60.28 / hr
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse - ICU provides comprehensive nursing care to acutely and critically ill patients within the Intensive Care Unit. This role is responsible for implementing patient care plans monitoring patient conditions and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced critical care environment.
Primary Skills
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ICU & Critical Care Nursing
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Acute & Critical Patient Management
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Patient Assessment & Monitoring
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Clinical Documentation
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Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Responsibilities
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Provide direct nursing care to critically and acutely ill patients in the ICU.
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Implement monitor and evaluate individualized medical care plans.
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Continuously assess patient conditions and respond promptly to changes in status.
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Direct and supervise nursing personnel assigned to patient care activities.
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Maintain standard unit operations in the absence of the Head Nurse as required.
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Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
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Ensure compliance with hospital policies procedures and patient safety standards.
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Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Minimum 2 years of ICU nursing experience required.
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Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state license or compact license as applicable).
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Certifications Required:
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BLS (Basic Life Support) - Required
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ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) - Required
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Preferred Certification:
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CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) - Preferred not required
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Strong clinical judgment critical thinking and communication skills.
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Ability to work independently in a high-acuity environment.
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Traveler ICU RN experience preferred.
Work Location
Des Moines IA United States - Onsite
Required Skills:
CCRN
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