RN Critical Care Unit

Company: Alaska Regional Hospital
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Description IntroductionAre you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At Alaska Regional Hospital we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a(an) RN Critical Care Unit and access programs to assist with every stage of your career.BenefitsAt Alaska Regional Hospital we want to ensure we support you through all stages of your life as a nurse. We offer eligible colleagues an attractive benefit package that includes medical, wellbeing, dental and vision benefits along with some unique benefits including:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Flexible SpendingPaid Time Off (PTO) and Personal Leave401K-- -(100% annual match - 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service)Academic Assistance-- -and-- -Reimbursements-- -for Tuition and Student LoansEmployee Discounts-- -including Tickets, Retail, Mental Health Apps, Education Apps, Identity Theft Protection etc.Home,-- -Auto, and-- -Pet InsuranceEmployee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)Short Term-- -&-- -Long Term Disability-- -coverageAdoption-- -AssistanceLegal Benefits-- -and lots more!Learn more about Employee BenefitsAre you a continuous learner? With more than 94,000 nurses throughout HCA Healthcare, we are one of the largest employers of nurses in the United States. Education is key to excellence! As a majority owner of Galen College of Nursing, which joins Research College of Nursing and Mercy School of Nursing as educational facilities within the HCA Healthcare family, we make it easier and more affordable to gain certifications and job skills. Apply today for our RN Critical Care Unit opening and continue to learn!Job Summary and Qualifications As a highly-skilled and compassionate ICU Nurse you will provide critical care expertise along with excellent patient care on our intensive care unit. You will demonstrate clinical competency, nursing judgment, teaching skills, and a commitment to providing quality patient care. You will be part of a team that pulls together to provide a quality patient care experience. We are seeking passionate individuals who are ready to take their career to the next level! In this role: You will prioritize nursing care for assigned critically ill patients based on assessment data and identifies needs for intervention. You will demonstrate appropriate decision making, critical thinking and clinical judgment to make nursing decisions and identify health care needs. You will evaluate and document each patient's response to medications, interventions, and procedures. You will assist in the formulation, coordination, and implementation of the patient's Plan of Care based on the assessment of their individual needs. You will monitor basic EKG, recognize rhythms and have the ability to intervene as needed. You will assist the physician with procedures such as intubation, line placement and chest tubes. You will ensure ventilator, monitors and other equipment are functioning properly and will be able to trouble shoot alarms. You will demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized and function well under stressful situations. You will collaborate with fellow members of the critical care team. What qualifications you will need:Current Alaska nursing license in good standing Associate's Degree in nursing required, bachelor's preferred One year critical care experience required; Two years preferred.American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification American Red Cross or American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certified (ACLS) within six months of hire HCA Healthcare's Alaska Regional Hospital is known for our expertise, compassion and skills.-- - We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility.-- - Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery.Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home.-- -We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country - offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community.-- -HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for over a decade. -- -In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-FounderIf growth and continued learning is important to you, we encourage you to apply for our RN Critical Care Unit opening. Our team will promptly review your application. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.-- -Unlock the possibilities apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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