RN - Acute Care Intensive Care Unit

RN - Acute Care Intensive Care UnitPorter, MN $72,089 - $93,099 a yearJob Type: Full TimeJob Summary: Provide compassionate, patient- and family-centered nursing care in a setting that exemplifies best practices and outstanding customer service. This role fosters relationship-based care and upholds professional nursing standards guided by the ANA Code of Ethics, Nursing Process, and regulatory requirements. The position supports acute care departments including Medical, Surgery, Emergency, Intensive Care, Childbirth, Pediatric, Operating Room, Perianesthesia, Endoscopy/GI, and Cardiac Cath Lab units.Essential Responsibilities:Effectively manage time and resources, prioritizing critical tasks while balancing short- and long-term goals.Apply new knowledge and skills from ongoing education to improve patient care and promote cost-saving practices.Make patient care assignments based on nurse expertise, patient acuity, and technical needs.Deliver excellent guest relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and colleagues, embodying core values such as respect, integrity, collaboration, empathy, and courage.Communicate clearly about patient progress and challenges, ensuring a positive and collaborative approach to changing needs.Maintain a therapeutic environment by minimizing noise, using electronic devices appropriately, and supporting healthcare students.Prioritize safety for patients, guests, staff, and self by adhering to national safety standards, HIPAA, and Just Culture principles.Engage in professional growth through leadership opportunities, certifications, advanced degrees, and shared governance.Foster teamwork by motivating and guiding colleagues, encouraging cooperation, and mentoring others.Education and Experience:Graduate of an accredited nursing program or, if unaccredited, a minimum of five years acute care nursing experience.Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred or required within five years of hire; enrollment in an accelerated MSN program is acceptable.Completion and maintenance of area-specific certifications such as ACLS, BLS, PALS, or specialty certifications.Licensure and Certifications:Current active Registered Nurse license as required by the state nursing board.Work Shift: Full-time day shift, approximately 6:00am to 6:30pm, 36 hours per week.This opportunity is located in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest United States, offering a supportive environment for professional nursing practice and growth.