Critical Care Nurse in Evansville, IN

Job Description

Job Description

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1+ years ICU RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Deliver expert critical care nursing in a dynamic Level II Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, specializing in adult trauma, post-surgical management, vascular, and neuro surgery patients. This contract role offers an opportunity to provide high-quality care to complex cases while working with a dedicated interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and monitor 1:1 to 1:3 patient ratios in an 8-bed ICU setting.
• Provide comprehensive care to adult trauma and post-operative surgical patients, including general, vascular (e.g., carotid), and neurosurgical cases.
• Utilize advanced clinical skills to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care effectively.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain compliance with hospital protocols and safety standards.

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license with ICU experience.
• Proven expertise in critical care nursing, with familiarity in adult trauma and surgical patient management.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to respond quickly in emergent situations.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Location Highlights:Evansville, Indiana, offers a welcoming community with a blend of urban amenities and outdoor activities. The city features rich cultural venues, excellent dining, and family-friendly parks along the scenic Ohio River. Its central location provides a balanced quality of life with accessible transportation.

This contract opportunity allows you to enhance your critical care skills while contributing to a leading trauma center. Candidates open to flexible scheduling and duration are encouraged to apply.

Take the next step in your nursing careersubmit your application today to play a central role in delivering specialized trauma and post-surgical care.