RN ICU Full-time
OakBend Medical Center

Registered Nurse - ICU

OakBend Medical Center Richmond, TX, US

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is responsible for professional nursing care and related assistance to patients in the ICU. The staff nurse provides direction to non-licensed assertive personnel in providing direct patient care. The staff nurse supports the medical care of patients under the direction of the Medical Staff pursuant to the objectives of the hospital.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

 

Graduation from an acredited nursing program.

 

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

 

Previous clinical nursing experience. Previous CV/Post-Op open heart experience preferred.

 

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

 

Current licensure in Texas as a Registered Nurse, or Graduate Nurse, Board Eligible. American Heart Association BLS required. Completion of Advance Cardiac Life Support within six months of hire.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

 

Interpersonal and critical thinking skills required. Excellent communication and team work skills. Basic clinical, computer & typing skills.

 

ABOUT OAKBEND:

 

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.

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