Description
:Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
• Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000
The critical care nurse provides direct and individualized care to acutely and critically ill patients, in a highly technical and ongoing monitoring environment. They assess the patient's condition, perform diagnostic tests, begin treatments and assist doctors with any required medical procedures. The critical care nurse monitors and adjusts specialized equipment, interprets and records electronic displays; i.e. intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, cardiac rhythms, ventilator settings, etc.
Education:
Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Experience:
Preferred: Previous nursing experience
Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate effective leadership abilities
Exhibits valuable time management skills
Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills.
Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri
Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days
ACLS must be obtained within one year of hire