Huntsman ICU Registered Nurse

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and demonstrate understanding of critically ill patient's condition, including monitoring vital signs, lab results, and clinical status.
• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and therapies as per orders and protocols, including vasoactive drugs, sedation and other medications requiring advanced clinical monitoring.
• Absorb and assist in the management of invasive devices (such as central lines, arterial lines and catheters) and emergent bedside procedures.
• Manage ventilator settings, hemodynamic monitoring, and life-support systems.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to develop and implement individualized care plans and monitor their effectiveness.
• Deliver compassionate end-of-life care aligned with patient goals and values.
• Assist with early mobilization of patients, continuously evaluating and responding to hemodynamic changes.
• Advocate for patient needs to ensure patient-centered care while fostering a healing environment by providing emotional support and managing discomfort.
• Assess learning needs and educate patients and/or families on disease processes, medications and care plans.
• Promote team building and morale through active participation in unit programs and professional communication.
• Support staff development through education and contributions to shared governance.
• Monitor and promote safety by ensuring compliance with standards and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Uphold a positive team culture with zero tolerance for negativity and disrespect.
• Mentor and support new nurses and team members.
• Evaluate personal practice against professional standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Licenses Required: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah. Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
• Preferred Qualifications: Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Respiration Program (NRP) within one year of hire. Previous nursing experience, preferably in an ICU or critical care setting. Experience handling critically ill or unstable patients.