Registered Nurse (RN) – Nurse Lead (Medical ICU)

Job Summary

Serve as a Nurse Lead in the Medical ICU, providing both direct patient care and unit-based leadership.

Responsibilities

• Cooking up staffing, supporting clinical decision-making, ensuring quality care delivery, and assisting the Nurse Manager with daily operations to maintain safety, efficiency, and high patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Active California RN License
• Minimum 5 years ICU experience preferred
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience required
• Strong critical care skills in a trauma-designated ICU
• Able to manage staffing, workflows, and clinical escalation needs

Required Credentials

• RN License (CA)
• BLS (AHA)
• ACLS (AHA)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Master’s Degree (preferred)
• ICU leadership or charge nurse experience
• Clinical specialty certification

Unit Details

• Medical ICU (Trauma Level Unit)
• 162-bed acute care facility
• Level III NICU onsite
• Community trauma center designation
• Cerner EMR (facility-wide)
• No call requirement

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate ICU nursing staff
• Support performance evaluations and staff coaching
• Aid in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Collaborate with physicians, Nurse Manager, and Director
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards

Schedule Notes

• Day Shift: 06:30–19:00
• 3x12-hour shifts per week
• Schedule based on department needs
• No call

Contact Information

Recruiter Contact 📩 Reach out to Recruiter Joseph – Leadership ICU roles prioritized for experienced candidates 📞 520-924-8770 ✉️ ojoseph@talentedmedicalsolutions.com