Advanced ICU RN | Clinical Nurse II

Position Overview This role is for an experienced Intensive Care Registered Nurse at the Clinical Nurse II level, essential to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care in a high-acuity ICU setting. The position demands advanced clinical skills, specialized certifications, and the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure patient safety and optimal recovery. Key Responsibilities Patient Care: Coordinate with the healthcare team to provide safe, timely, and equitable care. Perform thorough patient assessments, develop personalized care plans, monitor patient responses, and advocate for patient dignity and confidentiality. Educate patients and families on medical conditions, treatments, and lifestyle changes, while promoting evidence-based ICU practices. Safety and Compliance: Maintain a clean, safe environment adhering to infection control protocols and regulatory standards such as OSHA and The Joint Commission. Identify and report safety concerns proactively. Documentation: Accurately record all care activities, interventions, patient progress, and incidents in electronic medical records. Professional Development and Leadership: Mentor new nurses and students, participate in continuing education and quality improvement initiatives, and serve as a resource within the ICU. Take on charge nurse and Rapid Response Team duties as needed. Emergency Preparedness: Demonstrate calm, decisive action during critical events like cardiac arrest, utilizing advanced clinical expertise. Qualifications Experience: Minimum two years as a Registered Nurse in a high-acuity ICU or equivalent step-down critical care unit. Transitional RN program experience with critical care curriculum completion is also acceptable. Competencies: Skilled in operating advanced critical care equipment, knowledgeable in anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology related to critical care, and adept at maintaining sterile procedural fields. Strong critical thinking and communication skills are essential. Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with five years ICU experience may be considered. Licenses and Certifications: Current RN license valid in the region, BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association, NIH Stroke Scale certification, and preferably Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) or equivalent. Successful candidates must pass a physical exam, drug screening, and background checks prior to employment. Regional Context This opportunity is located within a vibrant healthcare community serving the Pacific Northwest coastal region, known for its commitment to advanced patient care and community health partnerships.

Created: 2026-03-06