Contract Registered Nurse - RN - ICU

As a Contract Registered Nurse - RN - ICU at St. Luke’s Hospital, your main responsibilities include assessing, planning, implementing, educating, and evaluating care for patients in accordance with established Nursing Standards and Hospital Policies. You will manage supplies and equipment on your unit, and you’ll promote teamwork among the healthcare team, ensuring quality care that aligns with our mission and values.

To qualify for the Contract Registered Nurse - RN - ICU position at St. Luke’s Hospital, you must hold a Nursing Degree and possess a current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri. Additionally, a minimum of one year of telemetry RN experience is required, ensuring you have the skills necessary to care for critically ill patients.

Contract Registered Nurses at St. Luke’s Hospital can expect a comprehensive benefits package starting from day one. This includes competitive compensation at $60/hr, a pension plan and 401K, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), and various paid time off (PTO) options. Education assistance is also provided to help you advance in your career.

Teamwork is crucial for a Contract Registered Nurse - RN - ICU at St. Luke’s Hospital. As a part of our dynamic workforce, you will collaborate closely with fellow healthcare professionals to ensure that each patient receives the highest level of care. Promoting open communication and mutual respect among team members enhances the overall patient experience and fosters a positive work environment.

Choosing St. Luke’s Hospital means joining an award-winning health system dedicated to exceptional patient care. Our culture values human dignity, compassion, and respect for one another. You will not only make a difference in patients’ lives, but you’ll also feel valued as a team member during your contract. Join us to be a part of something greater!

When answering this question, highlight your hands-on experience with telemetry monitoring. Discuss specific situations where you've had to quickly interpret telemetry readings and your decision-making process in critical care environments. Mention how this experience has prepared you for challenges in the ICU at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Demonstrate your ability to prioritize by discussing specific strategies you use, such as assessing patient stability, communicating with other team members, and utilizing charting systems effectively. Provide examples of past experiences where you successfully managed multiple patients and urgent situations simultaneously.

Think of a specific time when you faced a difficult challenge in the ICU, such as a sudden medical emergency or conflicting team dynamics. Detail your response, focusing on your critical thinking skills, how you communicated with your team and patients, and what you learned from the experience.

List any relevant certifications such as BLS, ACLS, or CCRN. Explain how these certifications have expanded your knowledge and enhanced your performance as a nurse in critical care settings. Tie them back to your commitment to providing high-quality care at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Effective communication is vital in the ICU. Share your strategies for maintaining open lines of communication, such as regular team huddles, utilizing handoff protocols, or using electronic health records to document changes in patient conditions. Emphasize your role in fostering teamwork at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Discuss key qualities such as resilience, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and strong clinical skills. Provide examples of how you embody these traits in your practice and why they are vital in the fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment of the ICU at St. Luke’s Hospital.

Share your coping strategies, such as taking short breaks, deep-breathing exercises, or focusing on teamwork and support from your colleagues. Illustrate your approach in maintaining personal well-being while ensuring high standards of patient care.

Provide a thoughtful response detailing a situation you encountered that involved a disagreement with a physician’s orders. Emphasize the importance of advocating for patient safety while maintaining professionalism. Explain how clear communication led to a resolution, and highlight your commitment to patient welfare.

Detail specific protocols you follow, such as double-checking medication orders, monitoring vital signs, and adhering to infection control measures. Discuss examples of initiatives you’ve contributed to in promoting safety in the ICU environment, emphasizing a culture of care that reflects the values of St. Luke’s Hospital.

Express your excitement about working at St. Luke’s Hospital by highlighting their commitment to exceptional patient care and their award-winning reputation. Discuss how the hospital’s values align with your own and your eagerness to contribute to an environment that prioritizes compassion and teamwork.