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Registered Nurse Intensive Care - ICU
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What they do
An Intensive Care Registered Nurse cares for acutely ill patients in an intensive care or critical care clinical setting. Works with Physicians and other specialists as part of a critical care team. Monitors patients, coordinates care, and provides advanced life support as needed.
$110,080 / year median in California
+1% projected growth
Job Description
JOB DETAILS
This unit provides intensive, comprehensive care and monitoring for both medical and post-surgical patients having experienced shock, trauma, or other life-threatening conditions. This unit supports a mix of medical and surgical intensive patients. Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe. Delivers coordinated nursing care for a patient or an assigned group of patients according to established standards of care and the nursing process. Supervises and directs the activities of various levels of assigned nursing staff, and coordinates care with other disciplines while utilizing critical thinking, professional and supervisory discretion, and independent judgment.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN): Preferred Acute care facility experience:
Preferred Licenses/Certifications:
Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice: Required Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS
OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS
) certification:
Required Department Specific License/Certifications:
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Healthstream Advanced Cardiac Life Support (HS-ACLS) or
RQIACLS:
Required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Healthstream Pediatric Advanced Life Support (HS-PALS) or
RQIPALS:
Required Essential Functions:
Collects relevant data pertinent to the patient?s health or situation. Analyzes the assessment data in determining diagnosis and care issues. Develops a plan that prescribes interventions to attain outcomes. Implements the plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluates progress toward attaining outcomes. Identifies outcomes for the patient or the patient?s situation. Collaborates with the team of patient, family, and healthcare providers in providing patient care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment. Provides learning opportunities for patients/family members and team members. Directly provides health information to patients, families, and treatment team. Participates in discharge planning in order to provide continuity of care. Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties of healthcare team members. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Registered Nurse, ICU Licenses:
RN-CA(Copy needed)
Certifications:
BLS(Copy Needed); ACLS(Copy Needed)
SSN Required DOB Required References:
1 Reference in the last 12 months ICU Reference and Skills Checklist within a year RTO Upon Submission
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS BSN BENEFITS
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers!
We offer:
Competitive pay rates Free, quality, private housing Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Refer a friend and earn extra cash!
FACILITY
Short Term Acute Care Hospital
AREA OVERVIEW
Sonora, CA is nestled in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills, offering breathtaking views and endless outdoor adventures. From hiking in the nearby Stanislaus National Forest to exploring historic Gold Rush sites, there is never a dull moment in this charming town. The vibrant arts scene and bustling downtown make Sonora a perfect blend of nature and culture, creating a unique and exciting experience for any traveling healthcare professional. Explore the historic Columbia State Historic Park Hike the trails in Stanislaus National Forest Visit Moaning Cavern Adventure Park for cave exploration Enjoy wine tasting at local vineyards Attend the lively events and festivals in downtown Sonora ← Move left → Move right ↑ Move up ↓ Move down + Zoom in - Zoom out Home Jump left by 75% End Jump right by 75% Page Up Jump up by 75% Page Down Jump down by 75% Map Terrain Satellite Labels Map Data Map data ©2026 Google Map data ©2026 Google 5 km Click to toggle between metric and imperial units Terms Report a map error
ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
• Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details. Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance