About Hunterdon Health
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Industry
Health care and social assistance
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Flemington, NJ, US
$42 - $57.25/hr
Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Posted 9 days ago
Hunterdon Health rating
6.7
Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Position Summary
Provides quality nursing care through the application of the nursing process using evidence based practice focusing on excellent outcomes and patient experience within the framework of Shared Governance.
Primary Position Responsibilities
1. Facilitate and Coordinate Total Patient Care
2. Documentation of Care
3. Maintain Professional Development
4. Education of patient and family
5. Patient Advocate
6. Maintain Patient Safety
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Required:
All hires after July 2012 are required to have a Bachelor's Degree in nursing OR if Associates Degree or Diploma, RN must provide proof of enrollment in a BSN program prior to hire, be continuously enrolled and complete within 5 years of hire date or internal RN promotion date.
Associates Degree AND 2 years of experience in the specialty area will be accepted in lieu of BSN
Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):
Required:
One year Med/Surg experience.
Preferred:
Previous ICU experience.
License, Registry or Certification:
Required:
Current NJ RN licensure and American Heart Association CPR certification.
Preferred:
Certification in specialty.
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:
Required:
Certified in ACLS, Critical Care, Vent and Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation upon hire. Stroke training is required within 1 year of hire.
Preferred:
CCRN is recommended.
Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.
The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).
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Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a ICU Registered Nurse?
A: To succeed as an ICU Registered Nurse, core technical skills include proficiency in advanced life support, critical care pharmacology, and hemodynamic monitoring, as well as expertise in managing complex medical equipment and technology. Soft skills such as strong communication, empathy, and decision-making abilities are also crucial, as ICU nurses must effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, provide emotional support to patients and families, and make rapid, high-stakes decisions in high-pressure situations. By combining these technical and soft skills, ICU nurses can provide exceptional patient care, navigate complex healthcare systems, and advance their careers through leadership and education opportunities.
Q: What is the career path for a ICU Registered Nurse?
A: A typical career progression for an ICU Registered Nurse involves starting as a Staff Nurse, where they gain hands-on experience and develop critical care skills, then advancing to Charge Nurse or Clinical Educator roles, where they take on leadership and teaching responsibilities. Mid-level roles, such as Nurse Manager or Clinical Specialist, often involve overseeing patient care units, developing policies, and mentoring junior staff, while senior roles, like Director of Nursing or ICU Department Head, require strategic planning, budgeting, and leadership of large teams. Throughout their career, ICU Registered Nurses can develop skills in areas like critical care, leadership, education, and research, which can lead to opportunities in academia, healthcare administration, or specialized roles like case management or patient safety.
