ICU RN - Trauma Unit

About the role

The ICU RN 1 in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) provides direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced and challenging environment. The main responsibilities include closely monitoring patients who have undergone intense surgeries, strokes, medical co-morbidities, managing ventilation, titrating vasoactive IV medications and intervening during medical emergencies. This role is designed for nurses with foundational knowledge and skills in critical care who work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centered care. Job Description: ** At least 1 year of hospital RN experience preferred** Schedule: 12- hour Rotating (5:30a-6p / 5:30p-6a) Every 3rd weekend required Holiday rotation required Unit Details (ICU-Neenah Hospital): ThedaCare Neenah ICU is a 14 bed, fast paced, general medical/surgical intensive care unit, with a focus on neuro (certified stroke center), and trauma (level 2 regional trauma center). Each nurse cares for 1-2 patients while delivering holistic critical care nursing to both patients and families. This is where critical thinking meets high-stakes care. You'll manage complex neurological and traumatic injuries-everything from severe TBIs and strokes to multi-system trauma-requiring constant assessment, rapid intervention, and close collaboration with intensivists, neurosurgeons, and multidisciplinary teams. It's fast-paced, but deeply rewarding work where your expertise directly impacts outcomes in life-altering moments. This isn't just a job. It's a role for nurses who want to be challenged, who thrive under pressure, and who find purpose in being there for patients and families on their hardest days. Key Accountabilities Provide direct care to critically ill patients, including those requiring ventilatory support, hemodynamic monitoring, and other forms of life support. Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and manage complex treatment protocols. Perform assessments of patients' vital signs, condition, and symptoms, reporting changes to the healthcare team. Monitor and maintain patients' hemodynamic stability through proper use of invasive and non-invasive techniques. Assist with procedures such as central line insertions, intubation, and tracheostomy care. Accurately document patient care activities, including assessments, interventions, and changes in patient condition in electronic health records. Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other team members to develop and implement individualized patient care plans. Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, care procedures, and progress. Respond to critical situations and codes (e.g., Code Blue) by performing life-saving interventions like CPR, defibrillation, and advanced airway management. Participate in daily rounds and contribute to the development of interdisciplinary care plans. Precept and support new nurses and nursing students as required. Maintain infection control standards and follow hospital protocols to ensure patient safety and department specific competencies.