Yavapai Regional Medical Center·Prescott, Arizona
The ICU RN will provide exceptional care to critically ill patients by monitoring and managing their condition, administering prescribed medications, and treatments. Responsibilities include assessing, planning, and implementing nursing care while ensuring patient comfort and guiding other healthcare personnel.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities .
We are offering $10K in relocation to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.
As our ICU RN, you will help critically ill patients requiring complex medical interventions and continuous oversight by providing exceptional, high-acuity nursing care, closely monitoring conditions, and administering prescribed medications and treatments so they can receive the vital support necessary to stabilize and achieve optimal clinical outcomes.
Every day you will work directly in the Intensive Care Unit, managing the complex needs of critically ill individuals.
You will be expected to rapidly assess changing patient statuses, collaborate closely with physicians, and execute precise, life-saving interventions in a high-stakes environment.
To be successful in this role, you must possess strong critical-thinking and clinical reasoning skills, thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and maintain a compassionate, patient-centered focus during high-stress medical situations.
Assesses plans and implements nursing care while ensuring patient comfort Anticipates identifies and responds to informational and emotional needs of patients and families Guides and directs healthcare personnel (i.e.
Patient Care Technicians) in caring for patients Maintains knowledge of equipment setup maintenance and use (i.e.
IV pumps monitoring equipment and drainage devices) Utilizes safeguards such as IV pump drug library and monitor alarms with necessary Initiates emergency support measures (i.e. cardiopulmonary resuscitation protecting patient from injury) Assists with patient care duties/tasks (i.e. emptying drainage devices ambulating and hygiene) Job Requirements Required Associate's degree of Nursing or foreign equivalent Critical care competency exam passing grade or successful completion of assigned online AACN Critical Care curriculum within one (1) year One (1) year acute care RN experience Valid compact state or Arizona RN license American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification Demonstrates competency in basic EKG skills by passing EKG test or successfully completing basic EKG class/modules within six (6) months Preferred Bachelor's degree of Nursing or foreign equivalent Two (2) years of ICU RN experience
Required qualifications include an Associate degree of Nursing or foreign equivalent, one year of acute care RN experience, and valid compact state or Arizona RN licensure. Candidates must also pass a critical care competency exam or complete the AACN curriculum within one year, and possess current AHA certifications for ACLS and BLS, along with basic EKG competency.
Market context
Arizona hospitals continue to need ICU nurses for high-acuity inpatient care, especially candidates who already have acute care experience and current ACLS and BLS credentials. This role is competitive because employers often look for an ADN-prepared RN with a valid Arizona or compact license and proof of critical care competency; the sign-on bonus and relocation assistance may also make the opening more attractive. Before applying, confirm your license status and AHA certifications, and review the critical care exam or curriculum requirement. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, saving you research time.
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