RN MICU Full Time Nights

Position Summary

Baptist Health Princeton Hospital is seeking an experienced nurse to administer patient care in an intensive, high-acuity setting. This role requires managing patients with complex illnesses or injuries, demanding a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio and highly trained team members.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Provide complex assessment, therapies, and high-level nursing vigilance for critically ill patients.
2. Use assessment data to respond to rapidly changing patient conditions.
3. Prioritize information and take evidence-based, patient-focused actions.
4. Monitor and interpret specialized equipment and electronic displays.
5. Respond to life-threatening situations per standards and protocols.
6. Assess patient needs, develop and revise care plans, and evaluate progress.
7. Build respectful relationships with team members and patients, respecting diversity.
8. Advocate for patients and families.
9. Provide age-appropriate care, serving as a preceptor, charge nurse, educator, or clinician as needed.
10. Communicate effectively with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams.
11. Coordinate and delegate care tasks appropriately.
12. Document all patient care accurately, meeting regulatory standards.
13. Demonstrate competency in nursing skills and equipment use.
14. Prioritize ongoing patient care based on evidence-based standards.
15. Practice effective problem-solving and team communication.
16. Provide compassionate, caring practices and uphold legal and patient rights.

Specialized Responsibilities for ECMO Specialist

1. Provide daily staffing for ECMO services after specialized training.
2. Operate ECMO equipment, monitor circuits, and manage patient stability.
3. Collaborate with physicians and perfusionists to interpret and adjust treatments.
4. Perform technical procedures safely and efficiently, including crisis management.
5. Manage ECLS during transport and ensure continuous coverage.
6. Participate in mandatory training and simulations.

Other Related Functions

• Contribute to team knowledge, quality improvement, and professional development.
• Participate in committees, peer reviews, mentoring, and coaching.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and attend ongoing education.
• Support organizational goals and perform any additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Meet all competency requirements for Orlando Health.

Licensure/Certification

• Current RN license in Alabama or valid eNLC multistate license.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• ACLS, NRP, PALS, TNCC required for specific areas; NRP for NICU.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience unless approved otherwise.

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