ICU Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Federal
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
Job Description Apply Now
Decypher is seeking a dedicated ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team, delivering crucial care to service members, veterans, and their families. As an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) with Decypher, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-acuity, patient-centered care in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact while working collaboratively with leading professionals and supporting the mission to provide exceptional healthcare services across the United States.
At Decypher, our commitment extends beyond clinical care—we are driven to support the health and readiness of those who serve. Our partnership with the Defense Health Agency allows us to deliver innovative solutions and professional healthcare services, ensuring that our nation’s heroes and their families receive the highest standard of care. As an ICU Registered Nurse (RN), you will be part of a team that values expertise, compassion, and collaboration, helping to advance the quality of healthcare delivery in critical care settings.
This full-time role is designed for experienced ICU Registered Nurses (RNs) who are passionate about critical care and eager to work alongside a diverse team of medical professionals. You will have the opportunity to provide complex care to patients with challenging medical and surgical conditions, advocate for patient and family needs, and uphold rigorous safety and quality standards. Your contributions will support not only patient recovery but also the overall mission of maintaining the health and readiness of our armed forces community.
ICU Registered Nurse (RN) - Summary- Deliver high-acuity nursing care to critically ill patients in an intensive care setting as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN).
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and optimal clinical outcomes.
- Support Decypher’s mission by advancing healthcare excellence for military personnel, veterans, and their families.
- Contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement in all aspects of patient care.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and document findings accurately according to standard protocols.
- Administer medications using the five rights of medication administration, including intravenous, subcutaneous, oral, transdermal, rectal, and intramuscular routes.
- Provide clinical care for patients with complex medical and surgical needs, including hemodynamic monitoring, titration of vasopressors, and management of life-support equipment.
- Coordinate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other nurses to execute individualized care plans for ICU patients.
- Implement infection control practices and ensure adherence to safety protocols at all times.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and post-care expectations, tailoring communication to individual needs.
- Participate in emergency response activities, operating equipment such as defibrillators, EKG machines, and cardiac monitors.
- Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring that care plans reflect the unique needs and preferences of each patient and family.
- Assist with invasive procedures within the scope of practice, including arterial line insertions, central line management, and ventilator care.
- Contribute to quality assurance and risk management initiatives, responding promptly to breaches in standards or safety protocols.
- Participate in research, committee work, and professional development as needed to support best practices in ICU care.
- Competitive compensation, with rates up to $65.20 per hour, plus health and welfare benefits.
- Comprehensive benefits package, supporting personal and professional well-being.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) within a mission-driven organization.
- Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution (ACEN or CCNE).
- Current, unrestricted RN license in one of the 50 US states or territories.
- Minimum of one year of experience as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN).
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS/ALS) certification from the American Red Cross.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Experienced and confident in all aspects of critical care nursing, including emergency response and life-support management.
- Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.
- Adaptable to fast-paced, high-stress environments, while maintaining composure and professionalism.
- Committed to continuous learning and evidence-based practice in intensive care settings.
- Values teamwork, collaboration, and a patient-centered approach to care.
- Work schedule may include 4, 8, or 12-hour shifts, with a maximum of 40 hours per week, including weekends.
- Opportunities to rotate through various clinical areas while always practicing within licensure and scope.
- Decypher is committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment.
- As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, Decypher welcomes all qualified candidates to apply (M/F/D/V).
- Take the next step in your ICU Registered Nurse (RN) career—apply today by clicking the job application button and join a team where your impact truly matters!